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criticisms
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the process or action of evaluating and giving personal reviews of a work of art
- Criticism of a play can influence audience perceptions and discussions about its themes and messages.
- The criticism of the film's pacing centered on the slow first act, which some viewers found tedious
- The politician brushed aside the criticism of his policies, insisting he was acting in the best interests of the country.
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negative feedback that highlights mistakes or areas for improvement
- His criticism helped me see flaws I hadn’t noticed before.
- She faced criticism for not meeting the project's expectations.
- Her criticism felt personal, but it was focused on improving the work.
- He appreciated the criticism, seeing it as a path to improvement.
- The manager’s criticism pushed the team to perform better next time.
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a serious examination and judgment of something
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