He eventually agreed, albeit grudgingly. Conservative reviewers even respected the book, albeit slightly grudgingly. Bigby only grudgingly agreed to admit him into the Circle. Hole frequently makes enemies among his colleagues who, nevertheless, grudgingly respect him. Some modern Macedonian leading historians and politicians have recognized grudgingly or even openly this fact. He only grudgingly acknowledged Bronstein's huge talent. The Queen, grudgingly, but reasonably, agrees. British Olympic officials grudgingly accept him. These plans largely depend on foreign investments, which Russian companies have grudgingly acknowledged. Chow suggests that they go for dinner, to which she grudgingly accepts. The other privates support him and Ford grudgingly agrees. A.J. grudgingly attends, but soon starts to enjoy himself. Women were grudgingly admitted to the trade unions. Edward held court in Dumfries at which he grudgingly agreed to an armistice. Ned stows away as well, but Boon grudgingly allows him to come.