as in cheering
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 congratulating
Please join us in congratulating Christine on this exciting next chapter.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
After congratulating Swayman, the Bruins gathered at center ice and raised their sticks to salute their fans.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
In a recent Oprah Daily Instagram post congratulating The Oprah Podcast’s recent Webby Award nomination, the media mogul wore a professional-looking two-piece outfit, complete with wide-leg beige pants with gold accents and a matching button-down shirt.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Isaacman closed by congratulating the crew and the entire NASA team, along with the agency's international and commercial partners.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, a proud UCLA alum, recorded a video congratulating the team on its title win from one champion to another.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
In District 17, Eleanor Sweet McDonnell sent a statement conceding the race to Joe Salvi, congratulating the young Republican who, according to unofficial results received, just under 1,600 votes.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Acquaintances then sent him emails, congratulating him for being named Yogi of the Month.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 25 Mar. 2026
That 8-2 aggregate defeat by Paris Saint-Germain should be a wake-up-and-smell-the-coffee moment for those owners and executives who have spent the past few years congratulating themselves on a recruitment strategy that increasingly has the look of a social experiment.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
After congratulating Swayman, the Bruins gathered at center ice and raised their sticks to salute their fans.
—ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
In a recent Oprah Daily Instagram post congratulating The Oprah Podcast’s recent Webby Award nomination, the media mogul wore a professional-looking two-piece outfit, complete with wide-leg beige pants with gold accents and a matching button-down shirt.
—Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Isaacman closed by congratulating the crew and the entire NASA team, along with the agency's international and commercial partners.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, a proud UCLA alum, recorded a video congratulating the team on its title win from one champion to another.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
In District 17, Eleanor Sweet McDonnell sent a statement conceding the race to Joe Salvi, congratulating the young Republican who, according to unofficial results received, just under 1,600 votes.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Acquaintances then sent him emails, congratulating him for being named Yogi of the Month.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 25 Mar. 2026
That 8-2 aggregate defeat by Paris Saint-Germain should be a wake-up-and-smell-the-coffee moment for those owners and executives who have spent the past few years congratulating themselves on a recruitment strategy that increasingly has the look of a social experiment.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congratulating
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There are the celebratory images from mission control, in which nearly every scientist cheering and smiling is a woman.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
9 Apr. 2026
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My field should be cheering this investment in whole-person care.—
Kyle P. Edmonds,
STAT,
9 Apr. 2026
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After the hearing, Gorman’s family released a statement commending the judge for detaining Medina.—
Madeline Buckley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Bhattacharya has visited the Atlanta campus, sent emails commending the CDC staff and thanking them for their work, and extended telework accommodations in his first weeks on the job.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
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Lavender juxtaposed with ambroxan makes this scent read as fresh, with musk and beachside woods ground it into a skin-hugging base.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2026
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The photos appear to show Russini and Vrabel holding hands, hugging and sitting a hot tub and a swimming pool.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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Thousands of people commented on Porizkova's video, praising her for her looks and confidence.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Over in the customer review section, shoppers are praising the pants’ breathability and flattering fit.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Despite the intensity on the court, Staley and Auriemma have typically exchanged public pleasantries, complimenting each others' successes and importance to the women's game.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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After a few photos are snapped, Muse can be seen complimenting Taylor on her scent.—
Rebecca Norris,
InStyle,
13 Mar. 2026
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Dano remembered the audience applauding mid-movie while seeing the film for the first time at Sundance.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Congratulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congratulating. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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