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adj. disapproving VERBS be | become | remain ADV. bitterly, deeply, extremely, fiercely, harshly, highly, severely, sharply, strongly, very | increasingly | a little, mildly, quite | openly She became openly critical of party policy. PREP. of The report was highly critical of the railway's poor safety record. important VERBS be | become ADV. really | absolutely | increasingly PREP. for Maintaining control of the the budget is absolutely critical for success. | to This reorganization is critical to the long-term future of the company.
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