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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encomiastic
Adjective
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The post-premiere reactions were nothing short of laudatory.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
8 Oct. 2025 -
Speaking of rambunctious audiences, the crazy laudatory-clapping disease has infected the Jimmy Kimmel Live!—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Eschewing the polished, hagiographic style of many contemporary making-of documentaries, Figgis keeps his footprint small and his perspective immediate.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Aug. 2025
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Years of hagiographic media coverage and his immense social-media reach birthed legions of fanboys and nurtured a cult of personality.—
Franklin Foer,
The Atlantic,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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For a lower price tag, copy this style with these comfortable, flattering wide-leg pants from Amazon.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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His skin is ivory white, inspired by the alabaster statues carved by Old Masters, with joining wounds that mimic flattering contour-lines.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Begin mapping out the end of the season, identifying favorable matchups to exploit.—
Andy Behrens,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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The orders come at a literal higher cost, but until POKS can establish partnerships with more favorable retailers, Amazon is its best and only option.—
Mara Weinraub,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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To commemorate the milestone birthday, diners who stop in on the 20th and purchase an entree will receive complimentary Georgia peach cobbler.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
17 Oct. 2025
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Every day at sunset, guests gather for happy hour and snack on complimentary fresh ceviche, beer, and wine.—
Katie Lockhart,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Encomiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encomiastic. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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