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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lionization
Noun
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Cosby is a gifted novelist whose passionate writing about the modern South has garnered him much critical praise and the admiration of President Obama.—
Chris Vognar,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2025 -
The Pulitzer Prize winner responded with enthusiasm and praise.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
13 May 2025
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Naturally, Hamlin has also taught her mom a thing or two about makeup (mainly an adoration for the Greige Lip Pencil, $25).—
Rebecca Aizin,
People.com,
7 May 2025
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Davidson openly admits his adoration for Axe, leaning into these more sophisticated scents for everyday use, and soliciting advice to the next generation on how to build confidence while upgrading any younger guy's aesthetic.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Government agencies are also typically given substantial deference by courts, which could assist Nevada and New Jersey.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Bipartisan Policy Center is out with new recommendations for Congress on how to deal with the demise of Chevron deference.—
Nick Sobczyk,
Axios,
27 Mar. 2025
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Why Did Pope Francis Choose His Name? Pope Francis chose his name out of reverence for St. Francis of Assisi, known for his dedication to the causes of poverty and charity.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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There’s a certain reverence behind your 2009 character that continues to live on today, especially on social media.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
7 May 2025
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On the floor, Biles’ every routine Tuesday received a studied silence, and every landing received raucous approbation.—
Brendan Quinn,
The Athletic,
30 July 2024
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But where the standard Meyers heroine would fuss herself into a fugue state of approbation, Anne remains oddly unruffled.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
29 June 2024
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His assessment is based not on the slack-jawed idolatry of elite-media toadies, but on sources nobody else thought to ring up and poke.—
Harpers Magazine,
Harpers Magazine,
26 Mar. 2025
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Unlike most contemporary acts subject to mass idolatry, Wolf Alice’s online presence (which, historically, has been minimal) has never been part of the appeal.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
1 May 2025
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The pope then led a prayer to ask God for forgiveness and acknowledge sins, before being joined by the congregation in singing and a period of worship, per the BBC.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency tasked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to clean up debris at private residences, some public buildings and places of worship — but not commercial properties.—
Colleen Shalby,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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Kody shared with Robyn, 46, and his children the origins of his name, which was inspired by his father's admiration for Buffalo Bill, a.k.a.—
Dory Jackson,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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And the moment instantly sparked playful reactions and admiration across the internet.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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“Lionization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lionization. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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