rave review

noun

: a report in which someone gives an excellent opinion of the quality of a book, performance, product, etc.
The movie received rave reviews.

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Fran Drescher’s rave review sold me on the Nail System—and now everyone in my life is hooked. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026 In response to a question about the overall roster, Cora launched into a rave review of the pitching. — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026 That rave review also highlighted the conundrum that Byfield can be. — Eric Stephens, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2026 But the food justified every rave review, hour-long wait for a table, and fawning Instagram image. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rave review

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