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in praise of

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Definition of in praise of

: giving praise to (someone or something) : being about the good qualities of (someone or something)
  • The poem is in praise of nature.

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praise play

  1. : to express a favorable judgment of : commend

  2. : to glorify (a god or saint) especially by the attribution of perfections

  3. : to express praise

  1. : an expression of approval : commendation

  2. : worship

  3. : value, merit

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