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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
Multiple menu items are homages to signature dishes at his other restaurants.
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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
For the concerts, homages to his Puerto Rican heritage, Bad Bunny built on the stage a similar to La Casita, where celebrities would enjoy his concert and create their own house party.
—Dave Osborn, USA Today, 14 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
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
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
For the concerts, homages to his Puerto Rican heritage, Bad Bunny built on the stage a similar to La Casita, where celebrities would enjoy his concert and create their own house party.
—Dave Osborn, USA Today, 14 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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homages
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Guests will hear everything from tributes to musicians like Carlos Santana and Selena to hit music from Enrique Iglesias, Shakira, Ricky Martin and more.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Nicholas' parents were also there and were touched by the kind words and tributes to their son.—
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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His boldest innovation is to invoke not past glories but past disasters, summoning the ghosts of the United States’ catastrophic interventions in Iraq.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
9 Apr. 2026
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But, mostly, city dwellers are deprived of the true glories of the season.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
3 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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And that’s a career defined by three Super Bowl titles, and more than enough accolades to end up with a bronze bust in Canton one day.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The choice of San Diego as the awards location isn’t necessarily an indication that special accolades will be awarded to local restaurants this year.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Since August 2024, more than 160 noise citations have been issued in downtown, according to Beard.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, 13 eateries received citations for health code violations including blackish mold-like growth in the facility, raw ducks improperly thawed and having a moth inside a container of rice.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Defender Chad Vandegriffe earned All-MASL First Team honors after leading the league in blocks for the second straight season and becoming the MASL’s all-time leader in the category.—
Nathan Dunn,
Kansas City Star,
22 Apr. 2026
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Williams was a damn good running back, even earning All-Pro honors in 2002, but McNabb wound up being selected to six Pro Bowls and even led the Eagles to within a few minutes of winning the franchise's first Super Bowl.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 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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Shortly after the final whistle blew in Chelsea’s 1-0 FA Cup semi-final win over Leeds United, the players went over to take the acclaim from their supporters.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The groundbreaking comedy-variety series ran for 11 seasons, earning widespread acclaim along the way.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Homages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homages. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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