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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
Both have tried to position themselves as the reasonable party, lauding the White House's peace drive and expressing hope for a resolution despite the clear gulf in their positions.
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David Brennan, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Instead of lauding the triumph of the solo artist or eulogizing the uniqueness of a bygone time, Fischer demonstrates the evergreen value of collaboration.
—Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
The filmmakers on Saturday also discussed working with children on set, with both lauding young people’s naturalness and authenticity.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 31 Jan. 2026
McDermott, meanwhile, sent subtler messages during the season by lauding opponents for strengthening areas where Buffalo needed help, especially at receiver.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
But while publicly lauding the diligence of IRS officials is an appropriate move for Treasury secretaries, those officials will need resources, and possibly more colleagues, to maintain it.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Republicans tore into Lehfeldt's social media history and the organization's policy while lauding McNabb and Turner as heroes for their activism.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
From reporting on the rise of chrome to lauding the return of swan decor and the emergence of the Unexpected Lamp Theory, 2025 was a year of nostalgic comebacks.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2025
This approach is best exemplified by NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, who in June sent Trump an obsequious message praising his Middle Eastern diplomacy and lauding him for getting European countries to spend more on defense.
—Philip H. Gordon, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
David Brennan, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
Instead of lauding the triumph of the solo artist or eulogizing the uniqueness of a bygone time, Fischer demonstrates the evergreen value of collaboration.
—Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
The filmmakers on Saturday also discussed working with children on set, with both lauding young people’s naturalness and authenticity.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 31 Jan. 2026
McDermott, meanwhile, sent subtler messages during the season by lauding opponents for strengthening areas where Buffalo needed help, especially at receiver.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
But while publicly lauding the diligence of IRS officials is an appropriate move for Treasury secretaries, those officials will need resources, and possibly more colleagues, to maintain it.
—Marie Sapirie, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Republicans tore into Lehfeldt's social media history and the organization's policy while lauding McNabb and Turner as heroes for their activism.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
From reporting on the rise of chrome to lauding the return of swan decor and the emergence of the Unexpected Lamp Theory, 2025 was a year of nostalgic comebacks.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2025
This approach is best exemplified by NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, who in June sent Trump an obsequious message praising his Middle Eastern diplomacy and lauding him for getting European countries to spend more on defense.
—Philip H. Gordon, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauding
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These tips can help parents find the right approach to praising a child's efforts and accomplishments.—
Wayne Parker,
Parents,
8 Mar. 2026
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Iranian state television, after airing his speech, immediately went back to praising the country’s ongoing attacks across the region.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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That’s a milestone definitely worth celebrating.—
Kailyn Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The bar’s electric atmosphere on West Sixth Street draws University of Texas students, Austin visitors and longtime patrons celebrating with friends.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
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Audience reactions from early access screenings have been similar, with moviegoers also applauding the film’s creativity and humor.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Mar. 2026
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The fans ended up applauding their team proudly despite being eliminated; a rare sight for the Camp Nou.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Sweet Venus begins blessing your foundation zone today, reminding you of all the thoughtful tweaks that could make your space feel calmer and more welcoming.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The fanfare includes clergymen blessing the fishing boats, plus plenty of music, food, and meet-and-greets with real fishermen.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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The Pentagon’s Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability and its Joint All-Domain Command and Control networks run on the same commercial infrastructure that serves banks and ride-hailing apps.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Another up for vote would limit the number of riders that taxis and ride-hailing companies could take to, or from, the curb outside the airport’s busiest terminals.—
Jason Henry,
Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Lauding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauding. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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