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as in exaltation
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as in adoration
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Recent Examples of glorification
Genuine peace requires rewriting textbooks, ending propaganda, and ceasing the glorification of violence.
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Artak Beglaryan, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
The portrayal of indigenous people was riddled with stereotypes and other problematic story elements, including the glorification of suicide.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Artak Beglaryan, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
The portrayal of indigenous people was riddled with stereotypes and other problematic story elements, including the glorification of suicide.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glorification
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But like much gospel, the Staple Singers’ music hinges on a buoyant joyfulness that invites the listener to share in their exaltation.—
Santi Elijah Holley,
New York Times,
22 July 2025
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The latter song, like many Vandross classics, is jubilant, and its exaltations of liberation and hope take on special meaning when sung by Black characters, speaking to the long struggle for freedom.—
Kayla Randall,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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Thousands stomped in the bleachers, creating rumbling waves of adoration.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
22 Sep. 2025
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Read more about this place's investment in and adoration of the sport here.—
Payton Titus,
Louisville Courier Journal,
18 Sep. 2025
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And there were many others in the floundering nation-states of Asia and Africa who succumbed to the American ideology of individual aggrandizement and self-cherishing.—
Pankaj Mishra,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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The balance between reverence for tradition and forward-looking creativity was masterfully executed.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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This tender short honors life while confronting mortality with grace and reverence.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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This is such a magnification of that.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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Both OSes offer Braille support, screen magnification, sticky and slow key entry, text narration, and voice input.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
22 Sep. 2025
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As religions developed and faiths were defined in Biblical texts and commentaries, teachings began to distinguish between veneration and idolatry.—
Judy Knotts,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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This veneration of instinct has led many observers to describe Trump as a social Darwinist.—
Erik Baker,
Harpers Magazine,
18 June 2025
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Season one ended on a cliffhanger as Joanne was hesitant to convert to Judaism, despite Noah’s promotion to head rabbi.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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The partnership will include large-scale viewing parties, concerts, meet-and-greets with former stars, co-branded merchandise and retail promotions.—
Luke Fountain,
CNBC,
25 Sep. 2025
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As Kirk had been outspoken in his Christian faith, contemporary Christian music featured prominently in the proceedings — including performances from some of the biggest names in contemporary worship music, paying tribute to Kirk.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
24 Sep. 2025
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Revered by all three Abrahamic religions, the psalms were often recited, read, and sung in routine worship.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Glorification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glorification. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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