pay homage to

idiom

: to honor
Her paintings pay homage to women artists of the past.

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Wall coverings pay homage to the rich fabrics of 19th century British botanical patterns, now reborn in a trendy sea-foam green reminiscent of frothy shores. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026 With the creation of the Signature Collection, the company wanted to pay homage to the founder by including Ellis’ signature on the label. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026 The head wrap later became its own fashion statement, along with the skirts with pockets that Jean also designed to pay homage to the outfits worn by Haiti’s street market vendors. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026 The museum is filled with items that pay homage to Walker, such as cotton and washboards. Leondra Head, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pay homage to

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“Pay homage to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pay%20homage%20to. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.

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