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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
Hartman’s homages have been many.
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Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
Suggested names spanned references from politics — such as the Sacramento Filibusters and the Sacramento Bills — to homages to city and state history, geography and flora and fauna.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
Ghirri’s essays teem with allusions to art history, and two of the more striking large Polaroids invoked paintings by the artist’s favorite old masters, though the homages inclined less toward reverence than tart irony.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
There are so many homages to Sơn Tùng M-TP’s country, including the jade water buffalo, Vietnam’s national animal, which symbolizes wealth and prosperity.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Honoring her three children is a similar route Middleton has taken in the past with jewelry-centric homages to the late Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth II.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
The stylistic range is so wide that different parts of the novel read like homages to such radically different writers as Cormac McCarthy, Sergio Pitol, and Jorge Luis Borges.
—Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
There are homages galore, as well as savvy throwback flourishes — from an extensive use of matte backdrops to, good news for TV Glow fans, extensive glimpses of the original (and, OK, fictitious) Camp Miasma — that only enhance the thornier social commentary.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
The influence of the novel goes beyond direct homages.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
Suggested names spanned references from politics — such as the Sacramento Filibusters and the Sacramento Bills — to homages to city and state history, geography and flora and fauna.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
Ghirri’s essays teem with allusions to art history, and two of the more striking large Polaroids invoked paintings by the artist’s favorite old masters, though the homages inclined less toward reverence than tart irony.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
There are so many homages to Sơn Tùng M-TP’s country, including the jade water buffalo, Vietnam’s national animal, which symbolizes wealth and prosperity.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Honoring her three children is a similar route Middleton has taken in the past with jewelry-centric homages to the late Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth II.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
The stylistic range is so wide that different parts of the novel read like homages to such radically different writers as Cormac McCarthy, Sergio Pitol, and Jorge Luis Borges.
—Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
There are homages galore, as well as savvy throwback flourishes — from an extensive use of matte backdrops to, good news for TV Glow fans, extensive glimpses of the original (and, OK, fictitious) Camp Miasma — that only enhance the thornier social commentary.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
The influence of the novel goes beyond direct homages.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homages
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At annual royal events like Trooping the Colour, there are often tributes to be found in the outfits royals wear—particularly royal women and their jewelry.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Managing partner Bourke Harvey says Roy Pope will still be honored in the restaurant name as well as include interior tributes to Roy and Rose Pope.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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The handwritten sign on the cooler, extolling the glories of bottarga, is your first hint that Bottega Gabriele’s Italian bona fides run deep.—
Allecia Vermillion,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 May 2026
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But the trophies, the glories, the doubles, trebles and even more spectacular successes — six trophies, lest it be forgotten, in one year for Barca — tell only part of the story about why Pep Guardiola will be remembered among the genuine greats of his profession.—
Jessica Hopkins,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
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Gold, silver and bronze and honorary commendations will be awarded.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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With close to a 20-to-1 teacher-to-student ratio, the meeting began with commendations about Ruiz’s defensive strides and devoted work ethic.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Born in Uruguay but based in Mexico, Zunino has garnered numerous awards and accolades across both television and film.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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He's considered one of the planet’s most versatile watermen, with accolades that include eight-time stand-up paddle world champion, hydrofoil pioneer, and big-wave master.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Many citations linked to existing studies, but the title, author or date were incorrect.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
14 June 2026
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The Medline warehouse has faced serious citations regarding unsafe vehicle travel behavior; hazardous aisles, ladders, or stairways; and a lack of sufficient foot protection for employees exposed to foot injuries.—
Lyanne Wang,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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The chapter also celebrated 11 California FFA State Degree recipients this year, one of the highest honors awarded by the California FFA Association.—
Stephanie Ogilvie,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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Four of those picks came as Turner earned his lone Pro Bowl honors and the 49ers’ Len Eshmont Award while playing on arguably their greatest defense — in their 1984 season en route to a Super Bowl triumph over the Miami Dolphins and Dan Marino at Stanford Stadium.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
10 June 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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Beano French and Amir Ali stood as representatives of the next generation of Philly MCs, their local acclaim earning them a place on the festival’s stage.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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An equally hilarious and heartfelt exploration of one's identity and sexuality, Camp Miasma premiered to critical acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival in May.—
Kirsten Acuna,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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“Homages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homages. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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