1
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the speaker introduced the evening's honored guest with a lavish salutation
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2
as in salute
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
began the discussion with a gracious salutation to the distinguished assembly
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Recent Examples of salutation
More active travelers may also consider a few sun salutations on the outdoor movement deck.
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Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 16 July 2025
She was seated near me, and appeared to be either a celebrity or the mayor, so frequent were the salutations from passersby.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
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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Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 16 July 2025
She was seated near me, and appeared to be either a celebrity or the mayor, so frequent were the salutations from passersby.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salutation
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The official Grey's Anatomy social media accounts posted tributes to Dane across platforms on Friday, with an image of the actor in character on the show, and a statement honoring the late star.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Feb. 2026
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Below, find Dempsey’s full remembrance for Dane, as well as tributes from Sam Levinson, Alyssa Milano, Nina Dobrev, Ashton Kutcher, Paul Walter Hauser, and more.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
20 Feb. 2026
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Despite the uproar, experts said the salute by Smith and Carlos was a defining moment for Black people, galvanizing the Civil Rights Movement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Restorers had long assumed that in its original, Laocoön’s arm was held out stiffly at a degree which uncannily recalled a Nazi salute.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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The commendation marked a tonal change for the two offices.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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While Verizon was in the hot seat, AT&T received some commendation from senators over its handling of the situation.—
Julia Shapero,
The Hill,
10 Feb. 2026
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The video ends with both Jia and his AI counterpart delivering a Lunar New Year greeting.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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Just before Christmas, members of Dead & Company, Weir included, reunited in a holiday-greetings group text.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, cities across the Bay Area have ramped up parking enforcement, issuing citations and towing vehicles as RV encampments have become more visible.—
Jeffrey Kopp,Kate Rogers,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2026
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Those scores are based on annual surveys and quantitative criteria, such as average citations.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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Without further ado, welcome David Kim, Philadelphia Orchestra concertmaster since 1999, to Mainly Mozart’s permanent role of concertmaster.—
Beth Wood,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Good morning and welcome to Fox News' morning newsletter, Fox News First.—
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FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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It was written by James Weldon Johnson, who considered the piece a hymn.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Carlile put her emphatic phrasing into the patriotic hymn, elongating notes and smiling at herself after a slight vocal squeak at the end.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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Elliott said Schultz helped customize a silver-colored Moto Knee as an homage to his former titanium leg.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 Feb. 2026
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The following dozen rooms and hallways are Dolce&Gabbana’s homage to Italy’s artisanal excellence.—
Jane Wooldridge,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Salutation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutation. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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