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as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the poem is a moving homage to all who have served in our nation's armed services
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as in glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the unique homage that we grant to Olympic athletes
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Recent Examples of homage
And the Hail Clay style is a homage to his wife, Hailey.
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Riley Jones, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
The Texas filmmaker Richard Linklater has built much of his legacy on homage.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 4 Nov. 2025
Arriaga’s version simultaneously pays graceful homage to Fender’s original, while, like the rest of the songs on the album, Arriaga stamps every lyric and message with his unique artistry and warm, welcoming vocal tone.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
Margot is also featured in the actress’s latest post prior to the Scary Movie homage.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for homage
Riley Jones, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
The Texas filmmaker Richard Linklater has built much of his legacy on homage.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 4 Nov. 2025
Arriaga’s version simultaneously pays graceful homage to Fender’s original, while, like the rest of the songs on the album, Arriaga stamps every lyric and message with his unique artistry and warm, welcoming vocal tone.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
Margot is also featured in the actress’s latest post prior to the Scary Movie homage.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for homage
Noun
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During his victory speech, Prabowo paid tribute to Suharto and thanked his ex-wife.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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Before the game, Lambeau Field held a moment of silence to pay tribute to Kneeland's life.—
Anne Erickson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Poaching and human conflict had decimated the wildlife until a huge regenerative conservation project restored the animal population back to its former glory.—
Elizabeth Gordon,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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But even without Swift making a return run at Grammy glory this time around, there is some instant déjà vu to be found in the top categories.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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There is polite applause as Cristian Romero cushions a ball from the sky.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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The convention center erupted in applause.—
John D. Sutter,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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But beyond the wins, losses and accolades, there was the man who remained in his players’ lives, through good times and tough times.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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The singer delivered a pulsating rendition of the record paired with slick choreography and a crew of dancers in a warehouse for the set that marks her latest accolade, being named Global Push Artist for November.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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His award came with a glass plaque detailing the honor and a $1,000 cash prize.—
Grant Lancaster,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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Over the course of Lamborghini’s 60-plus years as a going concern, there have been just six models that (not counting the array of limited-run cars the company has become known for selling to the ultra-wealthy in the 21st Century) held the honor of serving as those company-defining icons.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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But while the recipients' cards had balances available to spend through lines of credit, the Treasury had rejected sending money to cover those purchases to grocers and other businesses that accept such cards, according to an Evers administration official.—
Molly Beck,
jsonline.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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And special credit goes to Payne, who caught two passes for 37 yards and the one TD despite playing with a brace on his right hand.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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Teller first rose to fame with his role in the Divergent film trilogy, but gained critical acclaim for his role in Whiplash, which earned him various award nominations.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Films has built a brand on inclusive, unconventional narratives — proving that creativity rooted in authenticity drives both acclaim and profitability.—
Kimberly S. Reed,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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Asked for just a few nice lines about the director for IndieWire, OutFest Next’s top trio of tastemakers — Sheryl Santacruz, Daniel Cooke, and Gabi Grossman, all familiar festival circuit faces with real warmth behind them — sent an effervescent text wall of sincere and complex praise via email.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
11 Nov. 2025
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Having publicly criticized Davie several times over the summer amid a number of other scandals, Nandy was full of praise for Davie and Turness this time around.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Homage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homage. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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