as in praised
to praise too much
proud parents are likely to overpraise their children for their earnest efforts at making handicrafts
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overpraised
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However, the priest has been praised by progressives for his academic achievements and his efforts to assist the poor.—
Manuel Rueda,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026 -
But fans have widely praised Parker's vision and adherence to the source material.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Feb. 2026
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In a conversation hosted by the Italian Cultural Institute in Miami in conjunction with the Miami opening, Monsignor Alberto Rocca of Milan’s Pinocoteca Ambrosiano, applauded D&G’s use of the Catholic symbols so integral to Italian culture.—
Jane Wooldridge,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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Council member Linea Palmisano gave the declaration to the family and applauded Minneapolis police for their heroic acts on the day that two children were killed and 21 others were injured.—
Frankie McLister,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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The Catholic leaders commended anyone who continues to work for peace and justice, including those who peacefully assemble, and are caring for their immigrant neighbors.—
Anissa Rivera,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Shapiro commended the strength of the new study.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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In the comments, a few congratulated the lovebirds — sort of.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Malinin congratulated his Kazakhstani competitor after the event concluded.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The soft-spoken Stolz acknowledged that, yes, his aims are high, and, sure, he is flattered by the comparisons to Heiden.—
Howard Fendrich,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2026
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Sharon used to be the company’s secret weapon, a beautiful, smart and immaculately presented businesswoman who flattered hard cash out of horny old billionaires.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
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Turkey’s TB2s became adulated in Ukraine for striking Russian tanks advancing on Kyiv at the start of that war in early 2022.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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There are corsets, puffed sleeves and little old timey trinkets that speak of her and co-star Jacob Elordi’s bond.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Bake until puffed and golden brown, 11 to 15 minutes.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Overpraised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overpraised. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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