The more inclusive approach forces the hand of America's friendly critics, demanding that they face up to their own rhetoric.

Even with friendly critics, Beckett once lamented, "It's all misunderstanding."

Poincaré was a constant interpreter (and sometimes friendly critic) of Lorentz's theory.

This minstrelsy aspect of Armstrong is crucial, although ignored or de-emphasized by friendly critics like Morgenstern.

As an S.E.C. commissioner, Mr. Sommer was a frequent, though friendly, critic of the accounting profession.

The role of the friendly critic was another area which was more complicated in reality than in theory.

The use of video can be a more sensitive tool in the classroom if the individual teacher is committed to the method and feels entirely confident with their friendly critic.

As for Dr. West, if Mr. Bradley wins, he said, "I will be his loving and friendly critic."

He rejoiced at the thought that this restless, high-spirited girl would become his wife and friendly critic, who would always keep him up to the mark.

At times his wish to vindicate his faith in the beleaguered institution makes him too friendly a critic.