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to criticize
01
to point out the faults or weaknesses of someone or something
Transitive: to criticize sb/sth
Examples
The teacher criticized the student's essay for its lack of organization and clarity.
Sarah always criticizes her co-workers' presentations, but rarely offers constructive feedback.
02
to judge something based on its positive or negative points
Transitive: to criticize a work or performance
Examples
The teacher will criticize the students' essays based on grammar, structure, and clarity of ideas.
As a film critic, I 'll criticize the cinematography, acting, and storyline to provide a comprehensive review for readers.
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