as in to commend
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
let me be the first to congratulate you on winning the award
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Recent Examples of congratulate
The two remain good friends, with Dawson even congratulating Booker on his recent engagement.
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 3 Sep. 2025
After Cena's win, the artists congratulated the WWE star, as seen in video shared online.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
George Russell of Great Britain and Mercedes is congratulated by Mercedes CEO and Team Principal Toto Wolff in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on April 13, 2025 in Bahrain, Bahrain.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Diggs added another tweet, though, congratulating Parsons on his new deal and a new chapter of his NFL career despite having to be opponents now.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for congratulate
Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 3 Sep. 2025
After Cena's win, the artists congratulated the WWE star, as seen in video shared online.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
George Russell of Great Britain and Mercedes is congratulated by Mercedes CEO and Team Principal Toto Wolff in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on April 13, 2025 in Bahrain, Bahrain.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
Diggs added another tweet, though, congratulating Parsons on his new deal and a new chapter of his NFL career despite having to be opponents now.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congratulate
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Counsell commended Horton for buckling down to make big pitches when the Rockies had runners in scoring position.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
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At the same time, Michels said, Tri-Lakes should be commended for taking the leap.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Some cheered the kids on with blasts from conch shells; another boater bugled tunes.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
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Many Iranians who hate their government nonetheless cheered the end of the war, and decried the senseless death of their countrymen at the hands of a faraway government whose concern for Iranian life was open to doubt.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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Dennis tries to hug Roman, but Roman attacks him, punching him multiple times before leaving the hotel room.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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The oldest neighborhood in Miami, Coconut Grove is a sedate enclave that hugs Biscayne Bay about a dozen miles from South Beach—but up to an hour by car during peak traffic—with the iconic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens as its cultural and architectural center.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
4 Sep. 2025
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Packaged in the same upscale 750ml bottle as the previous 18 editions, but with a deep navy-blue label complimented by gold accents.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Start by complimenting their service or product, and feel free to crack jokes and make small talk with the rep.—
Rose Han,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Parents expressed concerns and criticism over the handling of the situation, praising Gonzalez's impact on the school community.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Experts have praised this trend for offsetting unrealistic beauty standards that are especially pervasive on social media.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Congratulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congratulate. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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