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as in tributes
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 glories
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the unique homage that we grant to Olympic athletes
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Recent Examples of homages
There are homages to Korean artists who contributed to the rise of contemporary K-pop, as well as a humorous moment around ramyeon, the popular Korean instant noodles.
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Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 18 Mar. 2026
There are homages to Korean artists who contributed to the rise of contemporary K-pop, as well as a humorous moment around ramyeon, the popular Korean instant noodles.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Calderone renovated the space with a deep reverence for his elaborate style—with homages to Despont appearing throughout the home—while also implementing the Art Deco and Beaux Arts designs that so define her aesthetic.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Today, that legacy echoes in the drinking venue and in the historic suite, where subtle homages let guests step into a piece of music history.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2026
Stars like Natalie Portman and Ariana Grande have worn the dress in different homages to Hepburn and her legacy-defining film.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
But Fallout giddily toys with the genre’s legacy, too, at times turning homages into punch lines.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2026
Other homages to Carey at this year’s MusiCares benefit included performances by Jennifer Hudson, who opened the show with a medley of the pop star’s hits, as well as Adam Lambert, Teddy Swims, Charlie Puth, John Legend, Maggie Rogers, Laufey, Kesha and Billy Porter.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 31 Jan. 2026
All these whiskeys are homages or tributes to particular milestones in Old Forester’s history, and 1924 is no exception.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 18 Mar. 2026
There are homages to Korean artists who contributed to the rise of contemporary K-pop, as well as a humorous moment around ramyeon, the popular Korean instant noodles.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Calderone renovated the space with a deep reverence for his elaborate style—with homages to Despont appearing throughout the home—while also implementing the Art Deco and Beaux Arts designs that so define her aesthetic.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Today, that legacy echoes in the drinking venue and in the historic suite, where subtle homages let guests step into a piece of music history.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Mar. 2026
Stars like Natalie Portman and Ariana Grande have worn the dress in different homages to Hepburn and her legacy-defining film.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
But Fallout giddily toys with the genre’s legacy, too, at times turning homages into punch lines.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2026
Other homages to Carey at this year’s MusiCares benefit included performances by Jennifer Hudson, who opened the show with a medley of the pop star’s hits, as well as Adam Lambert, Teddy Swims, Charlie Puth, John Legend, Maggie Rogers, Laufey, Kesha and Billy Porter.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 31 Jan. 2026
All these whiskeys are homages or tributes to particular milestones in Old Forester’s history, and 1924 is no exception.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homages
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The evening will feature educational programs, patriotic tributes and musical entertainment to mark the occasion.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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The exaggerated, humorous tributes to his legendary toughness started in the early 2000s and went viral.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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The showstopper was a two-and-a-half-pound horsehair crab, one of the glories of Hokkaido's coastal waters, presented whole and then steamed and shelled.—
Alex Halberstadt,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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And if the hypotheticals are not enough to dissuade, history is littered with teams trading away their future for immediate glories, seeing their plans implode, and being left with a ruinous future that becomes a hopeless present while another team reaps the benefits.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Gallrein received several commendations while serving, including four Bronze Star Medals and two Presidential Unit Citations.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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Also presented with various commendations during the 2025 induction ceremony were Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Thom Bell and Lenny Waronker.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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But whether or not the external accolades come, the recognition from her teammates carries more weight for UConn guard than any award ever could.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
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Bowman’s career was one steeped in accolades.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2026
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Enforcement officers issued 356 warning citations and 181 citations for code violations.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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Since the beginning of March, Fort Lauderdale police have issued more than 1,000 traffic citations and made 38 arrests, with 10 of those being spring breakers.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The original series took home the Golden Globe for best drama in 2019 and earned AFI TV Program of the Year honors in each of its first five seasons, from 2014 to 2018.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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Mirabal chose honors chemistry.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Coco continued to draw applauses and laughs while talking about women showing up to church in high heels and lace.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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The film premièred to great acclaim, enabling him to secure not only the funding for his next project but also a production team and ensemble that he’s maintained for nearly three decades.—
Holden Seidlitz,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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Scharf, who grew up in the Valley before making his way to New York City, first gained acclaim in the ‘80s East Village art scene alongside his friends and contemporaries Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, his former roommate.—
Pamela Chelin,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Homages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homages. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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