praise
noun
the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
have praised
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present perfectof praise.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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A wide range of advocacy groups have praised parts of the giant bill.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026
While some on the internet have praised the car, for example, as a "masterclass" of design, there is no shortage of critics.
From BBC ● May 30, 2026
Those who use the library say it provides a "vital social lifeline" to many in the local area and have praised the speedy solution of an alternative location.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
Gun rights advocates have praised the proposed change, saying it will enable citizens to more easily ship handguns for repairs, for sports shooting on vacation and when relocating to a new address.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2026
After seeing it, Michelangelo is said to have praised Titian’s coloring and style but criticized his sense of design.
From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson
