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
Burghers with no family interest in the results were there just to see who had fallen into the bottom 10 percent—that was a bigger draw than honoring the top 5 percent, who would sit the following month for the provincial round.
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George Packer, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
The awards were given out across eleven categories, honoring the filmmakers whose work resonated most with this year’s festivalgoers.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
Deliver Me from Nowhere at the Gotham Film Awards, honoring the collaboration that brought The Boss’ artistic legacy to life on screen.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
More recently, Ballerini also attended several high-profile events, including honoring Kenny Chesney during his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, and attending the CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
With Tide, every wash is a step toward honoring creativity, protecting what matters, and keeping fashion’s past looking as fresh as its future.
—Essence, 5 Nov. 2025
Golden Eve will feature in-depth interviews and career retrospectives for the recipients of the two special awards, honoring people from the movie (DeMille) and TV (Burnett) business who have made lasting contributions on and off screen.
—Beatrice Verhoeven, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
At the end of the episode, a title card appeared with words honoring Tate's life.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
The 2026 stamps will roll out throughout the year, with the first releases—such as those honoring Muhammad Ali, Colorado Statehood, and Phillis Wheatley—scheduled for January.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
George Packer, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
The awards were given out across eleven categories, honoring the filmmakers whose work resonated most with this year’s festivalgoers.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
Deliver Me from Nowhere at the Gotham Film Awards, honoring the collaboration that brought The Boss’ artistic legacy to life on screen.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2025
More recently, Ballerini also attended several high-profile events, including honoring Kenny Chesney during his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, and attending the CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025
With Tide, every wash is a step toward honoring creativity, protecting what matters, and keeping fashion’s past looking as fresh as its future.
—Essence, 5 Nov. 2025
Golden Eve will feature in-depth interviews and career retrospectives for the recipients of the two special awards, honoring people from the movie (DeMille) and TV (Burnett) business who have made lasting contributions on and off screen.
—Beatrice Verhoeven, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
At the end of the episode, a title card appeared with words honoring Tate's life.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
The 2026 stamps will roll out throughout the year, with the first releases—such as those honoring Muhammad Ali, Colorado Statehood, and Phillis Wheatley—scheduled for January.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honoring
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Ross reunited with Girlfriends co-stars Jill Marie Jones, Persia White and Golden Brooks, who presented her with the Pathbreaker of the Year award, recognizing her longevity onscreen and business savvy as founder of Pattern Beauty.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Nov. 2025
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The minister highlighted that Taiwan established TAICCA six years ago after recognizing that the content industry represents a strategic sector.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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However, Victoria gave Brooklyn a special nod while thanking her children during a speech.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Both mothers, thanking the role Lawrence School teacher Camarie Morris played in standing up for their children as a witness, asked Maas to consider imposing the maximum sentence allowed by law, which was up to 26 years in prison.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Jobs responds by crediting his teenage encounter with William Shakespeare’s King Lear.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
3 Nov. 2025
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In the four years since, Adams says they're both settled into the organization, crediting the kindness of the staff and fans.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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The air is thick with chants celebrating his milestone.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Nebraska tied the game with an extra point after Missouri students rushed the field, celebrating an apparent victory.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Since commemorating Kendall’s birthday, Hailey shared a sweet post to celebrate her husband’s four Grammy nominations.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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The puck was returned to Ovechkin in time for locker room photos commemorating his achievement.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Honoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honoring. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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