Example Sentences
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Colleagues have described him as a respected lecturer whose popularity stems from his teaching rather than political activism.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Despite his involvement in the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal in 2017, ex-Dodgers infielder Alex Cora remains a respected manager who should rebound from the Red Sox firing him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
"All aside whatever happened in previous weeks, that was soon forgotten. I really respected him for that."
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
"He is searching for an option that would demonstrate change in the military leadership while remaining broadly similar to Syrsky: loyal, free of political ambitions and respected by the military," political analyst Volodymyr Fesenko said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 2026
She wanted every child to be “made to feel wanted and respected as a human being, no matter what his race, creed or color.”
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
