in honor of
idiom
: as a way to show respect and admiration for (someone)
They're having a dinner in honor of the new coach.
The building was named in honor of the city's founder.
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Their names were chosen most likely in honor of the family’s neighbors, Hamnet and Judith Sadler.
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Nathan Smith, Time, 26 Nov. 2025
The Ellinikon Marina, also named Agios Kosmas in honor of 18th-century monk and missionary Saint Kosmas, will help cement the ancient city as one of Europe’s premier yachting destinations.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2025
In 2024, Jenner shared a sweet Instagram tribute to her mother in honor of her 90th birthday.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Below, in honor of his recent dinner party and new book release, Sherman also shares a new recipe from the cookbook with Vogue—a cozy garden vegetable soup with dumplings from the southern Mexico region that is perfect for the autumnal season.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
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Nathan Smith, Time, 26 Nov. 2025
The Ellinikon Marina, also named Agios Kosmas in honor of 18th-century monk and missionary Saint Kosmas, will help cement the ancient city as one of Europe’s premier yachting destinations.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2025
In 2024, Jenner shared a sweet Instagram tribute to her mother in honor of her 90th birthday.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025
Below, in honor of his recent dinner party and new book release, Sherman also shares a new recipe from the cookbook with Vogue—a cozy garden vegetable soup with dumplings from the southern Mexico region that is perfect for the autumnal season.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
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“In honor of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20honor%20of. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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