It was widely applauded by the legal profession, press and public.

That system is widely applauded by health experts, whatever their position on other reforms.

Meanwhile, the managers are widely applauded for having increased share values.

Indeed, his main achievement thus far has been what he calls "an act of destruction," though one widely applauded.

No charges were filed against the driver, who was, instead, widely applauded.

And most economists, who hold that free trade is close to heaven on earth, widely applauded.

This move was widely applauded by the supporters who saw John as a club legend.

Initially, the idea was widely applauded but found little practical application.

Buffet's appearance and support has been widely applauded by the Japanese people.

The city's program was widely applauded by environmental organizations.