redeeming feature
Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words
A positive characteristic that compensates for other negative aspects.
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- Even with its flaws, the software had one redeeming feature: its incredible speed.
- His kindness was the only redeeming feature in an otherwise difficult personality.
- The film was poorly written, but the stunning cinematography was a redeeming feature.
- Despite the high price, the extended warranty proved to be a significant redeeming feature of the car.
- She struggled to find a single redeeming feature in the politician's controversial speech.
- The restaurant's slow service was offset by its truly delicious food, a major redeeming feature.
- What is the redeeming feature of this challenging new project?
- Many critics agreed that the compelling plot was the play's only redeeming feature.
- He searched for a redeeming feature in the old, run-down house before making an offer.
- Her unwavering optimism became her most redeeming feature during tough times.