critics

noun

plural of critic
1
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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2
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 Reactions, however, ranged from pure fascination and respect for his 12-year project to critics questioning whether Tomlin, who parted ways with the Steelers in January of this year, had devoted too much time to his virtual city. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026 For me, as well as many other critics, Lee Krasner is one of the significant painters of the twentieth century—an artist whose importance is only now beginning to be seen. — Barbara Rose, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026 The reviews were blistering, with many critics bemoaning the fact that Fincher had passed on directing the film, leaving it to Sorkin to slide behind the camera. — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 11 Oct. 2026 While The Social Network boasts a 96 Rotten Tomatoes score, critics have been mixed on the follow-up, as The Social Reckoning holds a 54 percent approval from reviewers and a 71 percent audience rating. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026 Ultimately, after he was found out to be a con artist, according to his critics, Minnesota media appears to be more so upset that Jamal was not acting in the Somali community’s best interests. — Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 5 Oct. 2026 The case has renewed debate over a New York law that critics say can hinder prosecution when people become incapacitated after voluntarily using alcohol or drugs. — Leah Willingham, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026 But to conservative Christian critics, even the possibility of portraying a divine Christ figure as anything but male goes beyond artistic license. — ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026 Toe-dip screenings with illuminati critics showed great promise. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2026
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reviewers
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  • The versatile design can work in a range of design styles—midcentury, Scandi, and farmhouse, for example—and reviewers appreciate the quick shipping and easy assembly.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
  • When the Dyson CameraJet first landed in reviewers’ hands, people were impressed.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026
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