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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encomiastic
Adjective
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But not all the tributes to the pope’s life were purely laudatory.—
Glynis Kazanjian,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Apr. 2025 -
Since even the 1981 movie’s most laudatory reviews suggested Alda had shot several episodes of television and strung them together, the switch in mediums is an easy fit.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Columbus was a stand-in for the nation’s hagiographic origin story, much like the Mayflower or its Western pioneers.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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Likewise, Hollywood stars were adored in hagiographic terms.—
Michael Ashley,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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And the one-piece bathing suits were not flattering.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2025
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What people say behind your back isn’t always flattering, but should serve as a reality check.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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What often occurs is that teams with favorable odds to land the top pick ultimately end up settling for a later selection within the top 10.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The administration is sounding like mercantilists, maximizing the nation’s wealth by increasing exports and minimizing imports, essentially creating a favorable balance of trade.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Clients begin with a complimentary debt evaluation, allowing professionals to assess their debt, financial goals, and other available options.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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In the meantime, Fashion Island is hosting a Chandon Garden pop-up, offering complimentary sparkling wine tastings every weekend until May 25.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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“Encomiastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encomiastic. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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