1
as in acclaimed
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
that reviewer always ballyhoos any book by one of his pet authors
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2
as in promoted
to provide publicity for
the TV networks usually spend the summer months ballyhooing their new fall shows
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Vogue Ukraine has always supported and promoted young national talents.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025 -
Pippen was promoted from his two-way deal to a roster contract and has played every game for a team with the second-best record in the West.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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The string of low-key promo events ahead of the film's release is a result of efforts to steer away from the backlash associated with Snow White that has followed since it was announced in September 2022.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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While the governing body announced the creation of 30 player development centres for the future, Forest Ladies’ application to keep their centre of excellence status was rejected.—
Megan Feringa,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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The motion also requests that the federal government provide the manufacture date and original funding source for each of the wall materials sold to GovPlanet.—
Ayden Runnels,
Austin American-Statesman,
28 Dec. 2024
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They were sold in California, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Wyoming.—
Cara Tabachnick,
CBS News,
28 Dec. 2024
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This was advertised for sale on the cover of the business section of The Naperville Sun.—
Steve Metsch,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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Today, the keto diet is often advertised and used for weight loss.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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They’re frequently touted for superior taste, usually at a higher price point.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2025
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Recognized for its flavorful conchas, multigrain breads and seasonal pastries, Gusto Bread in Long Beach was touted as a neighborhood panaderia inspired by Mexican and Indigenous traditions.—
Kendrick Marshall,
Sacramento Bee,
4 Jan. 2025
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While New York was able to agree on an eight-year, $92 million contract to keep their franchise centerpiece with the Blue Shirts, the updates of the saga were much more publicized than anticipated.—
Tyler Small,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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The prosecutors made a second request on Monday, though the summons date was not publicized, according to Yonhap.—
Gawon Bae,
CNN,
16 Dec. 2024
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“Ballyhooed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ballyhooed. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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