lauding

present participle of laud
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Recent Examples of lauding The city and the surrounding area is also home to more than 80 different hiking trails with outdoor enthusiasts lauding its numerous riverside trails, hikes to historic sites, and more, according to reviews on AllTrails. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025 There is a difference between lauding the murder of an innocent human being and criticizing the victim’s opinions and statements, between condoning violence and suggesting the public outpouring of grief is selective or disproportionate. Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 20 Sep. 2025 Social media, then, too, was flooded with morally bankrupt leftists lauding the killing and fawning over the killer. The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 14 Sep. 2025 The dispute reached the media and prompted some FBI agents to create whimsical memes lauding Driscoll for standing up for the workforce. Carrie Johnson, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025 Santa Clara Police Chief Cory Morgan detailed the deadly shooting at a news conference Friday, lauding Officer Robert Allsup’s quick actions in a rapidly unfolding clash. Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2025 Without either damning or lauding him, the script drops wry hints that POTUS’ relaxed charm is as much a part of the package as his experience and authority. David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2025 Jones can comfort himself by lauding the short-term importance of acquiring Clark, who turns 30 in October (while playing a less-marquee position than Parsons), and the long-term potential garnered via the draft capital. Michael Silver, New York Times, 29 Aug. 2025 Wisely, the filmmakers don’t leave the Hersh-My Lai story at that – lauding him for the scoop and then moving on. Matthew Carey, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauding
Verb
  • While praising Keaton as a performer, Meyers, who wrote Baby Boom and the Father of the Bride films and wrote and directed Something’s Gotta Give, looked back on their close working relationship.
    Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2025
  • The Republican president also used the opportunity to settle political scores and thank his supporters, criticizing Democratic predecessors and praising a top donor, Miriam Adelson, in the audience.
    Darlene Superville, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Eden has enjoyed a decades-long career in Hollywood, though many best remember her from the beloved 1960s sitcom celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025
  • The recent rise of weight loss medications coincided with social media influencers sharing ways to get smaller and no longer celebrating bodies of all sizes.
    Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The two men are surrounded by applauding officials while confetti falls in the background.
    Yamiche Alcindor, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Social media users joined in applauding her.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The star is blessing Swifties with a movie to accompany her new album.
    Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Most recently, her work has gone viral after blessing the tresses of not one but three Love Island USA favorites.
    Essence, Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Tips made up only about 10% of ride-hailing drivers’ pay, while for couriers who deliver packages that number was less than 4%.
    Levi Sumagaysay, Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Club América, hailing from Mexico City, is a two-time Liga MX Femenil champion, clinching the title in Apertura 2018 and Clausura 2023.
    Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 10 Oct. 2025

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“Lauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauding. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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