as in tributes
a formal expression of praise
a tongue-in-cheek dithyramb in honor of the chocolate chip cookie
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Noun
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The next day, on January 21, Porowski, Van Ness, France, and Brent all posted tributes to the show on Instagram in honor of the season-ten premiere.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
21 Jan. 2026 -
In the creative industry, high-quality fan tributes are a testament to the enduring cultural impact of these franchises.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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The officers' actions earned them commendations as well as a Distinguished Service Award from the city of Bethlehem, one of three Hobson's received in the last two years.—
Janelle Griffith,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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She was honored with numerous commendations, including the Chief of Department Award for her professionalism and outstanding service.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
26 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Most candlelight services include familiar Christmas hymns, a short message about the birth of Jesus, and a moment of reflection as the lights dim and candles are passed.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Dec. 2025
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The film demands plenty of its cast, including singing, dancing and getting caught in rapture, set to an unconventional soundtrack based on Shaker hymns by Oscar-winning composer Daniel Blumberg.—
William Earl,
Variety,
18 Dec. 2025
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That same stretch also recorded speeds of 93 mph, 90 mph and 85 mph - all during the 30-day warning period, when no citations were issued.—
Tori Mason,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Williams noted that no citations were issued, administrative license violations brought or charges pursued.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Dithyrambs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dithyrambs. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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