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as in criticizers
a person given to harsh judgments and to finding faults
the president's hard-core critics are going to attack him no matter what he does
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as in reviewers
a person who makes or expresses a judgment on the quality of offerings in some field of endeavor
the restaurant critic said that the fries at that fast-food outlet were the worst she'd ever eaten
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Recent Examples of critics
Since then, readers and critics have looked to each of his new novels to reinvigorate the form.
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Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
Inserra, one of dozens of critics who objected to The Fort complex being built in a city park, suggested another option that was not being considered.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Still, some critics have questioned the role of law enforcement on school campuses, particularly in secondary schools, raising concerns that such programs can feel more like surveillance than support.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Theories about Epstein’s identity and origin have spread for years, particularly after critics questioned the circumstances of his death, which was ruled a suicide by authorities.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 4 Apr. 2026
Super Mario Galaxy was graced with an A-CinemaScore from audiences despite being snubbed by many critics.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 4 Apr. 2026
The head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company in the UAE, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, who has become one of the most vocal critics of Iran's actions, bluntly calls it economic terrorism.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Other internet critics slammed his great-uncle’s creation as touristy, insisting diners could find tastier versions among the legion of copycats.
—Danielle Paquette, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2026
While some high-profile conservatives like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly have been vocal critics of the war, Hadley's view is consistent with many Republicans right now.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
Inserra, one of dozens of critics who objected to The Fort complex being built in a city park, suggested another option that was not being considered.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
Still, some critics have questioned the role of law enforcement on school campuses, particularly in secondary schools, raising concerns that such programs can feel more like surveillance than support.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
Theories about Epstein’s identity and origin have spread for years, particularly after critics questioned the circumstances of his death, which was ruled a suicide by authorities.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 4 Apr. 2026
Super Mario Galaxy was graced with an A-CinemaScore from audiences despite being snubbed by many critics.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 4 Apr. 2026
The head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company in the UAE, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, who has become one of the most vocal critics of Iran's actions, bluntly calls it economic terrorism.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Other internet critics slammed his great-uncle’s creation as touristy, insisting diners could find tastier versions among the legion of copycats.
—Danielle Paquette, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2026
While some high-profile conservatives like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly have been vocal critics of the war, Hadley's view is consistent with many Republicans right now.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for critics
reviewers
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Major academic databases were searched for relevant studies published up to April 2025, and two independent reviewers assessed study quality and reanalyzed the data to ensure consistency.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Five-star reviewers make up the overwhelming majority of feedback, with most top feedback mentioning the brand’s stellar customer service and seamless installation.—
Brittany Nims,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Critics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/critics. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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