as in salutation
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
offered a cheery salute as they passed the soldiers on the street
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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I salute the idea of healthier lunch options for our students
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Recent Examples of salute
Rebecca Schneid, Time, 29 May 2025
Juneteenth came and went Thursday, but curiously something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
The president, with first lady Melania Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, saluted as the military parade stepped off in the nation’s capital.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 15 June 2025
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Noun
The motion immediately garnered controversy, with some people, including history professors who study fascism and U.S. Representatives, expressing concern that the action was similar to a Nazi salute.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 29 May 2025
Juneteenth came and went Thursday, but curiously something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
Verb
President Donald Trump salutes as members of the U.S military participate in the 250th birthday parade of the U.S. Army on June 14, 2025, in Washington D.C.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
The president, with first lady Melania Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, saluted as the military parade stepped off in the nation’s capital.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salute
Noun
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Due to the limitations of that early technology, the salutation had to accommodate the longest name.—
Jerry Weissman,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Centre Court applauded the No 1 seed for her quick reaction.—
Leon Imber,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Davies then applauded the work that was done last year following a deadly multiple 18-wheeler accident on Interstate 40 in Monroe County.—
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9 July 2025
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Hayes always recommends exchanging a simple and polite greeting when entering a vendor’s stall.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 July 2025
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Let Lilian slow down and hesitate before issuing a greeting—Maureen would pretend to neither hear nor see her.—
Yiyun Li,
New Yorker,
15 June 2025
Verb
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Allow yourself to be seen, praised, or even vulnerable.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
30 June 2025
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In the days since the video was shared online, TikTok users have praised Row's husband for being so patient.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Capitalize on games like Mets-Orioles and Phillies-Giants on Tuesday or the Club World Cup semifinal between PSG and Real Madrid on Wednesday with this welcome offer.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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For those who aren't currently Amazon Prime members, this elevated welcome offer makes now a good time to sign up for the Prime Visa.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
8 July 2025
Verb
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Infantino then hailed the financial benefits of the tournament, praising the $2.1billion (£1.6bn) generated in revenues, across the TV deal, sponsorship, ticketing and other income.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Di Bona was hailed for his long run with Vin Di Bona Productions and his extensive efforts to train the next generation through his work as an instructor and member of the board of trustees of Emerson College, his alma mater.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
12 July 2025
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“Salute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salute. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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