as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
you showed laudable restraint in dealing with that ridiculously demanding customer
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Recent Examples of laudable
Chip Moore, the third candidate in the race, is running on a platform of affordable housing and police accountability — laudable goals — but makes no mention of the city budget and avoided directly answering questions about the adequacy of police staffing.
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East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
That’s a laudable message, but there’s something frustratingly undeveloped about this love story.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 14 June 2024
This song is exactly about that, adding a level of catharsis and laudable maturity to his catalog.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 22 Nov. 2024
If Harris wins, the selfless act of withdrawing from the race will be a laudable part of President Biden’s legacy.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
That’s a laudable message, but there’s something frustratingly undeveloped about this love story.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 14 June 2024
This song is exactly about that, adding a level of catharsis and laudable maturity to his catalog.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 22 Nov. 2024
If Harris wins, the selfless act of withdrawing from the race will be a laudable part of President Biden’s legacy.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for laudable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laudable
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In conclusion, time is running out for taxpayers to file meritorious claims, which include more than claims where eligibility is absolutely certain.—
Tom Cullinan,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Ralph Lauren is the first fashion designer ever to receive the honor, in recognition of his meritorious contributions as a designer, entrepreneur, business leader, and philanthropist.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
4 Jan. 2025
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The only certainties on this Blazers roster are that Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara are worthy building blocks, and that Shaedon Sharpe has shown enough promise to keep.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Last July, Beretta asked him to use his extensive network of contacts to help find a worthy general manager.—
Bruce Schoenfeld,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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They’re probably involved in some admirable community initiatives.—
Sean McIndoe,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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The way my husband has managed his 20 + year career as a software developer is admirable.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Both teams are excellent at converting third downs.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Jan. 2025
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Kansas City’s secondary is also excellent at tackling and does a good job of limiting explosive runs.—
Ted Nguyen,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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The fact that the Met is staging so many new works is fundamentally praiseworthy.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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My companion thought Susan Hilferty’s costumes were the most praiseworthy feature of the production.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Dec. 2024
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At 5-foot-11 and 176 pounds, the Russian center is known for his impressive puck skills and ability to find the back of the net.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Hemp seeds and flaxseeds have become popular for their impressive nutritional profiles and potential health benefits.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Laudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudable. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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