Example Sentences

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The 28th president, Thomas said, “aspired to be like Germany, where the people, he said admiringly, were ‘docile and acquiescent.’”

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

He once again aspired to be like Germany, where the people, he said admiringly, were “docile and acquiescent.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“Every single song she’s released captures specific emotions,” Sheeran says admiringly of Moroney, adding that he and his family have kept her first two albums on repeat in their house.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Watching the game for Sky Sports, former Liverpool and England defender Jamie Carragher looked at the goal admiringly.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

“That Pretty, she’s the one who’s a Wonder,” Pa said admiringly.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney