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
Borissov conceded defeat and congratulated the election winner.
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ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
Borissov conceded defeat and congratulated Radev.
—Veselin Toshkov, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
After he had been bailed and with conditions imposed, BBC News reported that Higgins had posed for a picture next to a young girl, been interviewed on stage at a school drama production and congratulated youth theater performers in a WhatsApp group chat.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
Gail Slater, a former assistant attorney general who led the US Justice Department’s antitrust division from March 2025 to February 2026, congratulated states on the win.
—Andrew Cunningham, ArsTechnica, 15 Apr. 2026
In a news release on Boise State’s website Tuesday, the State Board of Education thanked Shinn for his work and congratulated him on his new appointment.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 14 Apr. 2026
Board member Ann Maine congratulated Aitchison after the meeting.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
The morning show host congratulated Sophia and Isabella — who went to different high schools — on their accomplishments with individual social media posts.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
European leaders quickly congratulated Magyar.
—Compiled Bydemocrat-Gazette Stafffrom Wire Reports, Arkansas Online, 13 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
Borissov conceded defeat and congratulated Radev.
—Veselin Toshkov, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
After he had been bailed and with conditions imposed, BBC News reported that Higgins had posed for a picture next to a young girl, been interviewed on stage at a school drama production and congratulated youth theater performers in a WhatsApp group chat.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
Gail Slater, a former assistant attorney general who led the US Justice Department’s antitrust division from March 2025 to February 2026, congratulated states on the win.
—Andrew Cunningham, ArsTechnica, 15 Apr. 2026
In a news release on Boise State’s website Tuesday, the State Board of Education thanked Shinn for his work and congratulated him on his new appointment.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 14 Apr. 2026
Board member Ann Maine congratulated Aitchison after the meeting.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
The morning show host congratulated Sophia and Isabella — who went to different high schools — on their accomplishments with individual social media posts.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
European leaders quickly congratulated Magyar.
—Compiled Bydemocrat-Gazette Stafffrom Wire Reports, Arkansas Online, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congratulated
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Wiseman commended the pilot for the mission, Victor Glover, for his composure during the reentry.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Despite how difficult sitting through the case was, the jurors commended Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez for her fairness — and lead prosecutor Abbe Rifkin for fighting so hard for Quatisha.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Immediately after the entire cast went and hugged @jemfxpopov’s neck.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
19 Apr. 2026
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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia pulled a goal back four minutes into stoppage time with a curler from 20 meters out, but Lyon was a worthy winner and PSG coach Luis Enrique hugged Fonseca.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Drivers heading back to their villages along coastal highways cheered each other, flashed victory signs and exchanged blessings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Years later, Angels fans cheered in shock when the 6-foot-3 Anderson made a diving catch against the Minnesota Twins.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Short has previously praised his Oscar-winning costar for her demeanor on set, sharing what might surprise fans most about working with her.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The director praised the major American distributor at length while speaking alongside producing partner Emilie Lesclaux at this year’s Projeto Paradiso National Talent Network Meeting, held in their hometown of Recife.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Her 26-year-old daughter, meanwhile, complimented her mom’s look in a black gown.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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As a final touch, Blanchett wore rosy blush and glossy pink lipstick, and switched up the texture of her bob with some soft, beachy waves that beautifully complimented the venue's vernal theme.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Parry applauded the decision by Deputy Judge Sarah Clarke to dismiss Mitch Winehouse's claim that the two were not entitled to sell the items and did so without his knowledge.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Chevron, on the other hand, applauded the Supreme Court’s decision, saying the claims are related to work that the companies did under federal supervision.—
Lindsay Whitehurst,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Congratulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congratulated. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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