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also hero-worshiping
1
as in adoring
to love or admire too much
people who hero-worship celebrities are setting themselves up for disappointment
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2
as in praising
to praise too much
a golfing pro who is hero-worshipped by hordes of weekend duffers
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In a speech to a crowded bar of adoring young Republicans, Abbott warned of a difficult road ahead.—
Karen Brooks Harper
Austin Bureau,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026 -
The woman who died in a trailer home fire last week was a loving mother, an adoring grandmother, a supportive sister and a lifelong friend, those who knew her best said.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
2 Mar. 2026
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Even with the concerns over the Iran attack and as luxury stocks fell worldwide, retailers left Milan on an upbeat note, praising Italian creativity and craftsmanship as well as the wearability of the garments presented on and off the runways — and Prada‘s lesson in styling.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
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Meantime, Paxton released an ad featuring his daughter praising her father as a family man.—
March 1,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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After a childhood spent worshipping the Ramones and the Replacements, Billie Joe Armstrong co-founded Green Day with bassist Mike Dirnt in 1987.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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Freedom of religion Those who were worshipping at Cities Church when the service was disrupted also have a First Amendment right to practice their religion.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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Purifying shampoo, nourishing conditioner and scalp-massaging brush are also available to enhance your routine for your healthiest hair.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Before shampooing, apply this lightweight gel-cream formula to wet hair in sections before adding water and massaging thoroughly—this way, your actual shampoo can perform better and cleanse more effectively.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
22 Feb. 2026
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She was later reunited with her dog, stroking him in stunned silence before being taken to the hospital.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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At one point Eliot entered the TV room and found Abby with her head on Claire’s lap, Claire stroking her hair.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Nov. 2025
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Trump previously endorsed the Hungarian politician in 2020, commending Orbán’s restrictive immigration policies and dedication to job creation.—
Sarah Davis,
The Hill,
13 Feb. 2026
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That was the closest the 2026 DGA speeches came to being political outside of union support, with directors Coogler and Safdie both commending the insurance the guild provides (particularly as each director has a child that is currently sick).—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
8 Feb. 2026
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The interview wasn’t terribly insightful — the host seemed more interested in congratulating Panahi for being a hero than in exploring the context for that heroism.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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Please join me in congratulating Jenisha and welcoming Sarah to The Atlantic.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2026
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The vice president and speaker of the House smiled, laughed and rose to their feet, applauding with many in the gallery.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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State of the Union addresses routinely feature one side of the chamber standing and cheering when their party’s president is in power while the other side sits without applauding.—
Dan Mangan,Garrett Downs,Spencer Kimball,Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Hero-worshipping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hero-worshipping. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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