as in hymns
a religious song
fervently sang an anthem of praise to the Lord
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Recent Examples of anthems
The legendary Public Enemy rapper and dating show debutante served as the guest judge on Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night, in which the eight remaining couples hit the floor with head-banging routines set to a litany of iconic anthems.
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Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2025
The group known for their elaborate, glittery costumes, character makeup and bombastic rock anthems released some of its most successful albums during Frehley’s tenure, including 1977’s Love Gun and Alive II, both of which charted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2025
The film also has moments from the Crazy Horse, where Aguilera performs her anthems in a cabaret sequence.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Lainey Wilson's debut headlining set at Bridgestone Arena showcased five years of hits transformed into anthems and iconic moments.
—Marcus K. Dowling, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
The alt-rock band was in fine form throughout the 90-minute, 18-song set which was chockful of soaring anthems dating back to the 2000s.
—George A. Paul, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Vie delivers a few of the most believable throwback anthems of the year.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025
On the menu for the first week of DWTS was a collection of Latin ballroom dances set to the contestants' personal anthems.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Sabrina Carpenter wants to keep releasing pop anthems that keep her on the charts; Boeing wants to keep selling enough planes to stay in the S&P 500.
—Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2025
The group known for their elaborate, glittery costumes, character makeup and bombastic rock anthems released some of its most successful albums during Frehley’s tenure, including 1977’s Love Gun and Alive II, both of which charted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2025
The film also has moments from the Crazy Horse, where Aguilera performs her anthems in a cabaret sequence.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Lainey Wilson's debut headlining set at Bridgestone Arena showcased five years of hits transformed into anthems and iconic moments.
—Marcus K. Dowling, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Oct. 2025
The alt-rock band was in fine form throughout the 90-minute, 18-song set which was chockful of soaring anthems dating back to the 2000s.
—George A. Paul, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
Vie delivers a few of the most believable throwback anthems of the year.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025
On the menu for the first week of DWTS was a collection of Latin ballroom dances set to the contestants' personal anthems.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Sabrina Carpenter wants to keep releasing pop anthems that keep her on the charts; Boeing wants to keep selling enough planes to stay in the S&P 500.
—Alex Mayyasi, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anthems
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Most candlelight services include familiar Christmas hymns, a short message about the birth of Jesus, and a moment of reflection as the lights dim and candles are passed.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Dec. 2025
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The film demands plenty of its cast, including singing, dancing and getting caught in rapture, set to an unconventional soundtrack based on Shaker hymns by Oscar-winning composer Daniel Blumberg.—
William Earl,
Variety,
18 Dec. 2025
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The fabled singer-songwriter is set to play 21 shows on the continent this spring, in support of his latest release, 2023’s Seven Psalms.—
Alex Suskind,
Pitchfork,
11 Dec. 2025
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Each song presents a lyrical tapestry that carries messages from God, frequently drawing upon references to biblical psalms.—
Ingrid Fajardo,
Billboard,
26 Nov. 2025
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In the year since its formation, the group has hosted two Christmas carols; held bi-weekly cleanups on Broadway; rallied residents to walk their dogs in the business corridor; weeded and placed new native plants at Promenade Park; encouraged the community to dine out on Broadway and more.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Brash and malty, this year’s edition is meant to evoke the brass bands common in the coal mining regions of northern England, who roamed neighborhoods playing Christmas carols.—
Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
31 Dec. 2025
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“Anthems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anthems. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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