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as in praising
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in celebrating
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 lauding
Officials with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection are lauding a new report that shows the state is making progress on reaching its climate goals.
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Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
Many fans on social media are lauding his accomplishment of dragging a bloated corpse of a roster to a 3-0 series lead at 41 years of age without Austin Reaves or Luka Doncic in the fold.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Hezbollah issued a statement Friday lauding its attacks on Israel during the war, claiming thousands of strikes on Israeli positions and settlements in retaliation for Israel's attacks on Lebanese territory.
—CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The team expects Latson to be a strong option off the bench, lauding her scoring and defensive skills.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Redick shouted out Bronny James for his efforts against Indiana after the game, lauding his defensive intensity – often being switched onto Pacers All-Star forward Pascal Siakam, and holding his own – along with a late mid-range jumper that quelled concerns of a once-improbable Indiana comeback.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Lake herself appeared in a five-minute segment during that broadcast, repeatedly lauding the president.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 23 Mar. 2026
The two local cinematographers, who have five kids each, were away from their families and dedicated to the film, Teng said in lauding their passion and focus.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 Mar. 2026
Before any roar from the crowd at Austin’s Paramount Theatre, the Hall of Fame has a tradition in the walk-up to SXSW, lauding the Lone Star state’s most platinum in cinema at The Texas Film Awards, who are then inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 27 Apr. 2026
Many fans on social media are lauding his accomplishment of dragging a bloated corpse of a roster to a 3-0 series lead at 41 years of age without Austin Reaves or Luka Doncic in the fold.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Hezbollah issued a statement Friday lauding its attacks on Israel during the war, claiming thousands of strikes on Israeli positions and settlements in retaliation for Israel's attacks on Lebanese territory.
—CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
The team expects Latson to be a strong option off the bench, lauding her scoring and defensive skills.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Redick shouted out Bronny James for his efforts against Indiana after the game, lauding his defensive intensity – often being switched onto Pacers All-Star forward Pascal Siakam, and holding his own – along with a late mid-range jumper that quelled concerns of a once-improbable Indiana comeback.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
Lake herself appeared in a five-minute segment during that broadcast, repeatedly lauding the president.
—David Folkenflik, NPR, 23 Mar. 2026
The two local cinematographers, who have five kids each, were away from their families and dedicated to the film, Teng said in lauding their passion and focus.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 Mar. 2026
Before any roar from the crowd at Austin’s Paramount Theatre, the Hall of Fame has a tradition in the walk-up to SXSW, lauding the Lone Star state’s most platinum in cinema at The Texas Film Awards, who are then inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauding
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The ship’s captain, Jan Dobrogowski, issued a video message Monday praising passengers and crew for their perseverance and calling for respect for their privacy.—
Mike Corder,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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Those kind of plays have the Wild coaches praising Hartman for his maturity, in not taking the bait and retaliating with an act that might mean another lengthy suspension.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
9 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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This season is over, and the sooner Lakers fans accept the inevitability while applauding the effort.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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He was given a standing ovation and responded by applauding all four sides of the stadium.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Trump re-posted an image depicting Jesus blessing him, whcich was first posted by a right-wing Republican candidate for a Boston congressional seat.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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That version depicted the president in red and white robes holding a light in one hand and blessing a sick man with the other.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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They're made for short trips in cities that use ride-hailing services heavily such as San Francisco and Las Vegas.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Waymo has also described airport service as a major step for its ride-hailing business.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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“Lauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauding. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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