as in glories
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
an actor who in his lifetime received all the laud and honor that the theater world could bestow
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as in applauds
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in praises
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 lauds
Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 24 Dec. 2025
Shawn Tully, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Green Goddess recognition lauds their effort.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Julian Schnabel was recently honored at the Texas Film Awards, which lauds filmmakers and talent who have ties to the Lone Star State.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Blakeman lauds law enforcement for massive bust Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman praised the officers' training and street smarts for the bust.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Danny Glover received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, which lauds individuals whose humanitarian work has credited the larger industry.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Baidu’s Li lauds AI’s potential for drug discovery, imaging proteins and treatments down to the molecular level to fully comprehend the structure of cancers and tumors.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
The Walnut Creek native sometimes plays harmonica on the Luigi’s stage, and lauds Martinez for retaining its working-class feel.
—Culture Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Oct. 2025
William Godwin’s novel Fleetwood (1805) also lauds a married woman as an excellent walker.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Tauer lauds Minessale’s parents for raising a thoughtful, humble and determined son.
—Dean Spiros, Twin Cities, 24 Dec. 2025
Verb
The dynamic is what Griffin lauds as Miami hustle.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Green Goddess recognition lauds their effort.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Julian Schnabel was recently honored at the Texas Film Awards, which lauds filmmakers and talent who have ties to the Lone Star State.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2026
Blakeman lauds law enforcement for massive bust Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman praised the officers' training and street smarts for the bust.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
Danny Glover received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, which lauds individuals whose humanitarian work has credited the larger industry.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
Baidu’s Li lauds AI’s potential for drug discovery, imaging proteins and treatments down to the molecular level to fully comprehend the structure of cancers and tumors.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
The Walnut Creek native sometimes plays harmonica on the Luigi’s stage, and lauds Martinez for retaining its working-class feel.
—Culture Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Oct. 2025
William Godwin’s novel Fleetwood (1805) also lauds a married woman as an excellent walker.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauds
Noun
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His boldest innovation is to invoke not past glories but past disasters, summoning the ghosts of the United States’ catastrophic interventions in Iraq.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
9 Apr. 2026
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But, mostly, city dwellers are deprived of the true glories of the season.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In the clip, the crowd applauds Phan's quick thinking for saving the shark's life.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, applauds Roy’s interest in politics and public service but questions whether someone so young is ready for the responsibilities that come with running a state.—
Amanda Swinhart,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Though Campbell keeps a low profile and doesn't post publicly on social media, the pro golfer praises his longtime love on Instagram whenever given the opportunity.—
Emily Krauser,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Bumble and Bumble Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble that promises to produce thickness.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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For business owners, Townshend’s bold decision and ensuing success, including among other accolades a spot on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 greatest albums of the 1980s, offers an instructive guide to self-belief.—
Paul Fitzgerald,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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Today, Morales is not only selling raw cacao to Cortés but also winning international accolades.—
Sandra Guzman,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The docuseries hails from This Is Just a Test Productions and See It Now Studios.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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The series hails from writer David Weil, who will also serve as showrunner, executive producer, and director under his Please Enjoy production banner.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Crew awaits trip around moon, celebrates Easter The Artemis II astronauts sent down Easter greetings as their Orion spacecraft carried them toward a pass over the moon's normally unseen far side the following day.—
Mark Osborne,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Her sister, sophomore Sayler Peck, is also a standout player and earned TABC All-Region honors and a spot on the Star-Telegram All-Area Team.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Mavs didn’t back down despite Leonard adding to his case for All-NBA honors with 34 points – his 55th consecutive game of at least 20 points – on 11-of-19 shooting from the field (6 for 10 from 3-point range).—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The report commends the steps that Mayor Mike Johnston and the city have taken to reduce homelessness and bolster tourism downtown.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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Prince Andrew regrets his association with Epstein, and commends the bravery of Ms Giuffre and other survivors in standing up for themselves and others.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Lauds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauds. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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