as in recognizing
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the newlyweds were honored with a dinner given by the bride's grandmother
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Recent Examples of honoring
Brady, 48, also marked Mother's Day on Sunday, May 10, by sharing a series of photos honoring the women in his life — including exes Bündchen and Bridget Moynahan.
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Staff Author, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Navigating the complexities of building around Dončić while still honoring what worked over the past season won’t be easy.
—Dan Woike, New York Times, 12 May 2026
The policy aims to create a consistent approach to honoring students who died, rather than changing that approach each year, board members said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
Since the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has proved incapable of honoring our man, this will absolutely do for the time being.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 12 May 2026
Mother’s Day is a holiday dedicated to honoring and celebrating mothers, motherhood and the influence of maternal figures in America, and practically all NFL teams saluted the day on social media, including the New England Patriots.
—Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
From the majestic bald eagle to fearless bison and clever sea lions, each animal reflects a brave American spirit worth honoring, per NBC.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The award nominations, honoring the best in entertainment journalism during the 2025 calendar year, were announced by the LA Press Club, which also organizes the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
For her, restoring land is not only about outcomes but also about honoring the people, legacies, and communities that depend on it.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Staff Author, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Navigating the complexities of building around Dončić while still honoring what worked over the past season won’t be easy.
—Dan Woike, New York Times, 12 May 2026
The policy aims to create a consistent approach to honoring students who died, rather than changing that approach each year, board members said.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
Since the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has proved incapable of honoring our man, this will absolutely do for the time being.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 12 May 2026
Mother’s Day is a holiday dedicated to honoring and celebrating mothers, motherhood and the influence of maternal figures in America, and practically all NFL teams saluted the day on social media, including the New England Patriots.
—Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
From the majestic bald eagle to fearless bison and clever sea lions, each animal reflects a brave American spirit worth honoring, per NBC.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 May 2026
The award nominations, honoring the best in entertainment journalism during the 2025 calendar year, were announced by the LA Press Club, which also organizes the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 11 May 2026
For her, restoring land is not only about outcomes but also about honoring the people, legacies, and communities that depend on it.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honoring
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An intimate gathering of filmmakers, executives, and financiers, featuring the Honours presentation recognizing Crystine Zhang with the Vanguard Award for her leadership in advancing independent filmmaking and culture-forward storytelling across the global film landscape.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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But that wouldn’t come close to recognizing their value.—
Chris Smith,
Vanity Fair,
11 May 2026
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Following his death, Pickler released a statement thanking her fans for their support.—
Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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By thanking them and seeming to be delighted with their choices.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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Aurora Mayor John Laesch, crediting Villa and local rapid response groups, pointed to recent efforts to come together in response to what’s been going on at the national level.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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In the middle of widespread destruction across North Texas, one Wise County man is crediting his neighbors with saving his life.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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There’s a special warmth in celebrating Mother’s Day.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Hand Me Downs is a series, with a new essay appearing each day through Mother’s Day, celebrating the gifts—tangible and intangible—that our mothers give us.—
Lucie Franc de Ferriere,
Vogue,
10 May 2026
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The actress posted a carousel of images to Instagram commemorating her birthday festivities with her friends and boyfriend Danny Ramirez.—
Sarah Sotoodeh,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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At the forthcoming 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Streisand will receive the Honorary Palme d’Or, commemorating the venerated artist’s decades-long career.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 May 2026
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“Honoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honoring. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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