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well-respected

British  

adjective

  1. held in high respect; esteemed

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Just reading the many well-wishes heaped upon Aaron from his fellow pros affirms he is a well-loved, well-respected man.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

On Friday, judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, a senior figure and well-respected cleric, said "the Islamic Republic has never shied away from negotiations".

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Our suggestion is David Malpass, a well-respected economist whom Mr. Trump made World Bank president in his first term.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Macclesfield described McLeod as "incredibly talented" and "well-respected member" of their squad.

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2025

Dr. Xuma was from the Transkei, and was an extremely well-respected physician.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

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