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as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the poem is a moving homage to all who have served in our nation's armed services
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as in glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the unique homage that we grant to Olympic athletes
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Recent Examples of homage
Kloots also incorporated Cordero into the design of her ring, paying homage through the cut, color and type of jewelry.
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Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Police officers and firefighters pay homage.
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Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2026
Rather than offering a reverential homage, the concept recalls the original’s aggressive sophistication, while integrating bleeding-edge advancements.
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Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
The restaurant is to be named in homage to Tafari Campbell, a former White House chef and private cook for the Obamas, who passed away in a tragic accident.
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Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for homage
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Police officers and firefighters pay homage.
—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2026
Rather than offering a reverential homage, the concept recalls the original’s aggressive sophistication, while integrating bleeding-edge advancements.
—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
The restaurant is to be named in homage to Tafari Campbell, a former White House chef and private cook for the Obamas, who passed away in a tragic accident.
—
Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for homage
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Amid mounting outcry, Bass offered a public tribute to the dog.
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In a touching tribute, Saliba ran over to the sideline after scoring and held up the jersey of Ismaël Koné, the teammate who left the field on a stretcher minutes earlier after suffering what looked to be a serious leg injury.
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Unlike the movies, where directors get the glory, TV directors sit lower in the hierarchy, below creators, producers and actors.
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His post-match interview revealed the usual Messi, the man who continues to showcase the kind of humanity, dignity, honor and humility that defies every standard of today’s society, consumed with the search for attention and glory at any cost.
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Gilberto Mora left the field to applause.
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Strong showing of support Atterbeary called her victory Tuesday night to roaring applause from a crowd of supporters.
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The James Beard Awards, among the highest accolades in the American culinary industry, were announced Monday night, turning winning restaurants into must-visit destinations.
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His numerous accolades include 11 Primetime Emmys and five Directors Guild of America awards.
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Karaban earned first-team All-Big East Conference honors as a senior this season.
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In addition to setting a new world record for top scorer in the World Cup among men, Messi became the first to play in six World Cups — ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo later joining him with that honor, per NBC News.
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But missing payments could lead to fees and, in some cases, hurt your credit.
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That’s just a credit to the writers on the show.
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The trick went down well with the Swansea supporters and earned a League Two footballer wider acclaim.
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The group went on to earn national and international acclaim before its swaggering leader, Country Dick Montana, died on stage midway through a 1995 show in Whistler, Canada.
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The school system received significant state and national praise for improved test scores.
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Florida’s Risk Protection Order law was never designed to win praise from gun-safety advocates.
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“Homage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homage. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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