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showing a lot of respect
a reverent crowd of worshippers They used a reverent tone of voice when speaking about their father.
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Recent Examples of reverent
The submissions tell a story of Massachusetts that is equal parts reverent and irreverent, with Bay Staters leaning on history while having fun with their future.
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Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The vibe at the 50th, although equally as hectic, felt more elegant and reverent.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 18 Aug. 2025
Every coach, former colleague and state official reached by the Herald for this story spoke about him in reverent terms.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 10 Aug. 2025
News coverage, starting with correspondent Joan Rivers’ outrageous taunts and then shifting to a far more reverent tone from 2006 to 2021, when Ryan Seacrest joined Rancic for live news desk and awards show coverage.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2025
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Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The vibe at the 50th, although equally as hectic, felt more elegant and reverent.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 18 Aug. 2025
Every coach, former colleague and state official reached by the Herald for this story spoke about him in reverent terms.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 10 Aug. 2025
News coverage, starting with correspondent Joan Rivers’ outrageous taunts and then shifting to a far more reverent tone from 2006 to 2021, when Ryan Seacrest joined Rancic for live news desk and awards show coverage.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reverent
Adjective
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Shields appeared on Million Dollaz Worth Of Game and initially tried to be respectful.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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Although there are many pop culture elements of this movie that may feel universal—the teens going absolutely bananas for their favorite pop stars, for instance—the clothing and some elements of the plot, including those which reference mythology, are respectful nods to Korean culture.—
Miranda Rake,
Parents,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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West was at the height of his cultural influence and had handpicked Chance, a fellow Chicago native, as his protégé—the successor to the soul-drenched, worshipful hip-hop that West had popularized in the mid-two-thousands.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
20 Aug. 2025
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The secret in the biscuits is the pairing of cheddar with bacon, with the overall result being worshipful thanks from those who are lucky enough to partake.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Maggie shows reverential awe for Alma, who carries the same regard for her student whilst having a nepotistic bond with Hank.—
Essence,
Essence,
15 Oct. 2025
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This is a different era, one less reverential of spiritual authority.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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According to Singh, Bishnoi has cultivated the public persona of a pious man dedicated to God and justice.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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The vast majority of the crowd knew the lyrics and sang along, with some of the particularly pious raising their hands in prayer.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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There are no direction markers, no information board to explain that here, nestled between an air-conditioner repair shop and a gaming cafe, lies one of Brazilian football’s holy sites.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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This writer is of the firm belief that our tears become holy in the form of ink on a page.—
Marina Watts,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Many Latin acts, particularly from Puerto Rico, are devout Christians but don’t share their beliefs in their music.—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
15 Oct. 2025
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Gender and sexuality A devout Christian, Kirk spoke often of his support for traditional family values, promoting the importance of raising children.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Not long after the accident, Thurlow had a religious awakening.—
Andy Kroll,
New Yorker,
17 Oct. 2025
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Kuelap Fortress, considered the Machu Picchu of the north, is a striking wonder perched on top of a cliff that likely served as a religious center.—
Jen Richt,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Reverent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reverent. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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