as in critique
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
every criticism of the movie has noted that there are major holes in its plot
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Recent Examples of criticism
Yet Schrader noted that AI might make for superior film criticism given the technology lacks a human bias.
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James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
His opponents have slammed him over his previous criticisms of the New York Police Department, but Mamdani has since emphasized his desire to work with the department.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Public criticisms of tanking seem to ebb and flow each year.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Ford responded to that criticism earlier Friday by tweeting out a link to the same video.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
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James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
His opponents have slammed him over his previous criticisms of the New York Police Department, but Mamdani has since emphasized his desire to work with the department.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Public criticisms of tanking seem to ebb and flow each year.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Ford responded to that criticism earlier Friday by tweeting out a link to the same video.
—Dan Mangan, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for criticism
Noun
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That critique — even on Henry’s chairing — is delivered publicly to all participants.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Moyn’s review is less a critique of my book than a reflection of his casual approach to the history and stakes of the Russia–Ukraine war.—
David Wingrave,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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If evidence confirms that Halligan used auto-deleting Signal messages for official business, the matter could trigger an internal review by the Justice Department’s Office of the Inspector General.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Available in 10 wear-with-anything shades, including black, army green, and brown, the shacket has earned praise from shoppers who call out its high-quality construction and trendy yet comfortable design in their reviews.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Criticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/criticism. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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