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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
Giuliani was widely lauded for leading the city’s response to the attack, setting the stage for an unsuccessful run for the Republican presidential nomination in 2008.
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Dan Mangan, CNBC, 4 May 2026
The Florida black bear, one of 16 subspecies of the American black bear, is often lauded as a Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission success story, though the agency was sharply criticized for staging a hunt of the state’s largest land mammal last year.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Police Chief Gary Berg lauded his officers for securing a peaceful end to the standoff.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
However, manager Warren Schaeffer lauded the Braves' powerful, deep lineup and said Freeland pitched a decent game.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
In big cities like New York and San Francisco, and unexpected spots like Greenville, South Carolina, and Tucson, Arizona, there are hidden gems, lauded hot spots, and everything in between.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Margarita Berta-Avila, president of the California Faculty Association union, lauded the group for its activism and urged a united front.
—Renée C. Byer, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
Francesca Chambers White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt lauded Secret Service agents who jumped into action on Saturday evening to protect the president.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Fox’s leadership has been universally lauded, but it’s been odd at times watching the Spurs play so well without even needing their 27-year-old two-time All-Star and one-time All-NBA point guard to play like it on the court.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Dan Mangan, CNBC, 4 May 2026
The Florida black bear, one of 16 subspecies of the American black bear, is often lauded as a Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission success story, though the agency was sharply criticized for staging a hunt of the state’s largest land mammal last year.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Police Chief Gary Berg lauded his officers for securing a peaceful end to the standoff.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
However, manager Warren Schaeffer lauded the Braves' powerful, deep lineup and said Freeland pitched a decent game.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
In big cities like New York and San Francisco, and unexpected spots like Greenville, South Carolina, and Tucson, Arizona, there are hidden gems, lauded hot spots, and everything in between.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
Margarita Berta-Avila, president of the California Faculty Association union, lauded the group for its activism and urged a united front.
—Renée C. Byer, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
Francesca Chambers White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt lauded Secret Service agents who jumped into action on Saturday evening to protect the president.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Fox’s leadership has been universally lauded, but it’s been odd at times watching the Spurs play so well without even needing their 27-year-old two-time All-Star and one-time All-NBA point guard to play like it on the court.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauded
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Wintour then praised her co-chair Lauren Sánchez Bezos, citing her energy and positive attitude.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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Last year, she was praised for her take on Site Santa Fe.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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That show, the 2022 Berlin Biennale, was celebrated in some corners for its emphasis on artists of the Global South.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
8 May 2026
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London celebrated David Attenborough’s centenary on Friday, with the highlight being a special BBC broadcast evening event at the Royal Albert Hall in the British capital dedicated to the work of the legendary English broadcaster, natural historian and conservationist.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2026
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Supporters of the rule change have applauded the move, calling it a victory for gun owners.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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At the time, Jim ranked Microsoft third after Alphabet and Amazon, whose capex outlook hikes were applauded by the market.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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O’Keefe-Dunne also was blessed with a lovely singing voice, her sister said, and her uncle had wanted to send her to a vocal coach — the same vocal coach used by singer Johnny Mathis, who then had not yet achieved worldwide stardom.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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And even if you are somehow blessed enough to be able to give a multi-million-dollar donation to a cultural institution…well, the guest list is already full of those whose checks have already been cashed.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
2 May 2026
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With just 15 percent of its land planted to Sangiovese—known locally as Brunello for over 400 years—Brunello di Montalcino is often hailed as the pinnacle of the variety.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
3 May 2026
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China dominates a large trade imbalance with Africa China hailed its tariff-free deal as promoting common development, but there is a large trade imbalance between it and Africa, while African nations owe Beijing billions in debt repayments.—
Gerald Imray,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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KPop Demon Hunters from Sony Pictures Imageworks was widely acclaimed and came from here.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2026
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This one was widely acclaimed by critics, so give it a watch.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Lauded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauded. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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