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as in praised
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in celebrated
to proclaim the glory of
the nation's people were expected to laud the dictator at every opportunity
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Recent Examples of lauded
Another pilgrimage-worthy hotel is The Singapore EDITION, which opened on Orchard Boulevard in 2023 to much fanfare, having been conceived by the same architects behind Singapore’s lauded Jewel Changi Airport.
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AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Hurlock was lauded by colleagues at the board meeting, including the board members who are CHA residents.
—Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
On the other hand, the sixteenth-century herbalist, Rembert Dodoens, lauded the cooling effects of its juice on the stomach.
—Demir Alp, JSTOR Daily, 29 Aug. 2025
Collier drew national attention for her role in the efforts and for sleeping in the chamber as Democrats across the country lauded the lawmakers for fighting back against the GOP redistricting plan.
—Andrew Stanton
mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
The Great Lake was lauded for its oxygen-rich water and low mineral content.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
Current and former News 2 personalities lauded Nolan for his kindness and professional acumen.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 26 Aug. 2025
Uniqlo’s windproof blouson, a jacket that Vogue lauded back in May, is one such example.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
With a focus on casting local up-and-coming actors, the show, which aired from 2007 to 2013, has been lauded as one that launched the careers of multiple stars — including Nicholas Hoult and Dev Patel, to name a few.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
Hurlock was lauded by colleagues at the board meeting, including the board members who are CHA residents.
—Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
On the other hand, the sixteenth-century herbalist, Rembert Dodoens, lauded the cooling effects of its juice on the stomach.
—Demir Alp, JSTOR Daily, 29 Aug. 2025
Collier drew national attention for her role in the efforts and for sleeping in the chamber as Democrats across the country lauded the lawmakers for fighting back against the GOP redistricting plan.
—Andrew Stanton
mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
The Great Lake was lauded for its oxygen-rich water and low mineral content.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
Current and former News 2 personalities lauded Nolan for his kindness and professional acumen.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 26 Aug. 2025
Uniqlo’s windproof blouson, a jacket that Vogue lauded back in May, is one such example.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
With a focus on casting local up-and-coming actors, the show, which aired from 2007 to 2013, has been lauded as one that launched the careers of multiple stars — including Nicholas Hoult and Dev Patel, to name a few.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauded
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Nadler, the long-serving congressman, praised his former aide and state assemblyman Micah Lasher but stopped short of supporting him.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Many internet users have praised Morrison and her team for saving Maple's life and those of her puppies too.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Celebratory backslaps, encouraging bum-pats and the fall of opposition wickets celebrated en masse are often an indication of a team’s togetherness.—
James Wallace,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Ron Paul, the former 12-term congressman from Texas and two-time candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, celebrated his 90th birthday last month.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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Reactions From Local Lawmakers While some lawmakers applauded the change, there were still criticisms.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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On Chinese social media, users applauded the impressive hardware and discipline of the PLA – and drew comparisons to Trump’s military parade held in Washington in June.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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At 6 feet and blessed with great athletic ability, Moore was a matchup nightmare.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Southerners, especially those in the lower South, are blessed with a very long growing season.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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The winner will be hailed as the league's team to beat, while the loser is already in a disadvantage in terms of possible home-field advantage in the playoffs.—
Jim Reineking,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
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In some markets, including Austin and Atlanta, Waymo's driverless rides can only be hailed through the Uber app.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
2 Sep. 2025
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Season 1 of The Studio was critically acclaimed and nabbed 23 nominations at the 77th Emmy Awards.—
Katherine Schaffstall,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
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Italian actress Sabrina Impacciatore broke out in the states for her role as hotel manager Valentina in season 2 of HBO’s acclaimed The White Lotus.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Lauded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauded. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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