as in commended
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 congratulated
In a public statement, the group congratulated the freed detainees, their families, and the broader Palestinian community, framing the mass release as a victory for its cause.
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Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
During Monday’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, host Jimmy Kimmel congratulated Rogen on the wins.
—Katherine Schaffstall, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Bringing Up Bates star Carlin Bates, who recently welcomed her third baby, a daughter named Navy Kate, also congratulated the couple in the comments.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Fiala congratulated Babis and conceded defeat.
—Reuters 3 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
After Swift’s engagement to NFL player Travis Kelce went public in August, local establishments such as Pursuit Spirits and Ten20 Craft Brewery congratulated the famous couple with cheeky Instagram posts.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
Both singers congratulated Bad Bunny for being named the headliner for the upcoming show.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
Trump, in a post on his social media app Truth Social shortly after the verdict, congratulated Bondi and Blanche on the conviction and thanked the Secret Service agent who spotted Routh running from the site of the crime.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which bargains on behalf of the studios, congratulated Mulroney on her election.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 23 Sep. 2025
Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
During Monday’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, host Jimmy Kimmel congratulated Rogen on the wins.
—Katherine Schaffstall, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Bringing Up Bates star Carlin Bates, who recently welcomed her third baby, a daughter named Navy Kate, also congratulated the couple in the comments.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Fiala congratulated Babis and conceded defeat.
—Reuters 3 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
After Swift’s engagement to NFL player Travis Kelce went public in August, local establishments such as Pursuit Spirits and Ten20 Craft Brewery congratulated the famous couple with cheeky Instagram posts.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
Both singers congratulated Bad Bunny for being named the headliner for the upcoming show.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025
Trump, in a post on his social media app Truth Social shortly after the verdict, congratulated Bondi and Blanche on the conviction and thanked the Secret Service agent who spotted Routh running from the site of the crime.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which bargains on behalf of the studios, congratulated Mulroney on her election.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congratulated
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Great teams lose every Sunday, yet the consistency displayed by the Eagles being led by Hurts is to be commended.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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In a press release, the company commended the work of Söderström and Norström, who became co-Presidents of Spotify in 2023, calling this a development that solidifies the company's new leadership structure.—
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento,
NPR,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Nail hugged his defense attorneys Julia Fox and Andrew Ganz after the court clerk read the verdict.—
Cameron Macdonald,
Mercury News,
15 Oct. 2025
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After the woman thanked her, hugged her, and left, O’Connell never heard from her again.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The crowd cheered as the trap was sprung.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Oct. 2025
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SpaceX spokesperson Dan Huot said during the company's launch webcast today, as employees at the site cheered the test flight's successful conclusion.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Cornelia joined the pair towards the end of their dance, which delighted judge Kym, who praised the way the trio kicked off the night.—
Brianne Tracy,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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Judges praised the emotional depth and technical growth of the performance.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The classic tonal gray makeup is complimented by black-and-gray and white-and-silver colorways, each of which are available now in select sizing from New Balance’s e-commerce store.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
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Postgame, Kidd complimented Christie focusing on his aggression and pace.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Several applauded Clark’s transparency and sincerity.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Trump has been applauded by Israelis and Palestinians, as well as world leaders, for his efforts.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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