praise

Example Sentences

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Then he dismissed her with a Truth Social post where he used the praise once again, making it feel, especially if one were to read it aloud in his voice, like mockery.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

His positional awareness has also earned praise although his work-rate and desire to cover as much ground as possible mean he often tires himself out - a potential backhanded compliment.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

A month after banning raw lithium exports, Zimbabwe is tightening its regulations and ramping up its crackdown on mineral smuggling in a major shake-up that is winning local praise even as it stirs concerns.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The resolution itself singles out for praise, by name, the accusers who have come forward.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Praise be to Thutmosis III and praise be to me, for I will be able to see the pharaoh with my own eyes.

From "The (Mostly) True Story of Cleopatra's Needle" by Dan Gutman