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								disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings the senator received severe criticism from his opponent
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								a serious examination and judgment of something
 constructive criticism is always appreciated
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								a written evaluation of a work of literature
 
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		| Variations of 'criticism' |  
		| critical analysis
									
		
									
		critical appraisal
									
		
					
		disapproval
					
		
									
		piece of writing
									
		
					
		writing
					
		
									
		written material |  
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