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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
The influence of the novel goes beyond direct homages.
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
These clips, Ko noted, are not simple homages but narrative threads planted early in the story.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
Multiple menu items are homages to signature dishes at his other restaurants.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Sexyy Red’s breakout tape, Hood Hottest Princess, was filled with homages to the Southern rap that shaped her.
—Stephen Kearse, Pitchfork, 21 Apr. 2026
The spa Where most of The Breakers’ design is filled with homages to Italian villas of yesteryear, easily the most contemporary space on the entire property is the Spa.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
And as an accomplished narrative filmmaker and documentarian, Loznitsa unveils deft homages to Jacques Tati and Roy Andersson, deadpan directors who reduce human behavior to its base movements.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 26 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.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 18 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
Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
These clips, Ko noted, are not simple homages but narrative threads planted early in the story.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
Multiple menu items are homages to signature dishes at his other restaurants.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Sexyy Red’s breakout tape, Hood Hottest Princess, was filled with homages to the Southern rap that shaped her.
—Stephen Kearse, Pitchfork, 21 Apr. 2026
The spa Where most of The Breakers’ design is filled with homages to Italian villas of yesteryear, easily the most contemporary space on the entire property is the Spa.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
And as an accomplished narrative filmmaker and documentarian, Loznitsa unveils deft homages to Jacques Tati and Roy Andersson, deadpan directors who reduce human behavior to its base movements.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 26 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.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 18 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homages
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The scale of these rockstar tributes is testament to Attenborough’s seismic impact.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
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Programming to continue with tributes Programming will continue as scheduled, with on‑air tributes planned.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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Romanticize the Dive, Metric’s tenth album, looks backwards in an attempt to recapture those old glories.—
Ethan Beck,
Pitchfork,
4 May 2026
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Fascism spins the greatest fictions of all time—about race, about origins, about past and future glories—and people eat them up.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
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Responding officers receive commendations Also important to note is an investment by the Old Westbury Police paid off.—
Carolyn Gusoff
April 6,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 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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The teams will be eyeing more accolades at USRowing Southeast Youth Championships next weekend in Sarasota.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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Her novels have won accolades from the New York Times, the American Booksellers Association, the American Library Association, and Junior Library Guild.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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At Friday’s news conference, Cordero-Stutz said outstanding citations will be dismissed.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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The filing reads remarkably like a Truth Social post, albeit with a few stray legal citations.—
Quinta Jurecic,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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Last year’s performance led the Cougars defense and earned him second-team All-Big 12 honors.—
Nate Atkins,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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Booysen, a streamer and author from South Africa who holds an undergraduate degree in law, honors degree in psychology, and a master’s in neuropsychology, often travels with Donaldson on overseas trips while working remotely as a neuroscience researcher.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
6 May 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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His most recent appearance on the hit series Shrinking has drawn critical acclaim and, for the star, an even closer bond with collaborator Harrison Ford.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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The organization’s connection to American Zoetrope and the Coppola family’s long-standing place in Hollywood history adds a layer of acclaim and prestige to any film program that’s focused on artistic access.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Homages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homages. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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