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as in celebrates
to proclaim the glory of
hymns that praise God
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as in applauds
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the school volunteers were praised for their excellent work in the reading program
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Recent Examples of praises
Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
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, 27 Mar. 2026
Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble.
—Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
According to people close to him, the president frequently praises Rubio in both private and public settings, at times casting him as a possible all-time great at the State Department.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
The superintendent praises the international educators — mostly from Jamaica and the Philippines — for their skill and dedication.
—Michael Melia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Brown praises that style of storytelling, and cites the Xavier-Terri reunion as an example of why the Hulu hit is resonating with viewers week after week.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 17 Mar. 2026
House Democratic leader praises Jasmine Crockett’s campaign and calls for party unity as the fight shifts to November.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Aparovich also praises the ingredients.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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
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, 27 Mar. 2026
Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble.
—Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
According to people close to him, the president frequently praises Rubio in both private and public settings, at times casting him as a possible all-time great at the State Department.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
The superintendent praises the international educators — mostly from Jamaica and the Philippines — for their skill and dedication.
—Michael Melia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Brown praises that style of storytelling, and cites the Xavier-Terri reunion as an example of why the Hulu hit is resonating with viewers week after week.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 17 Mar. 2026
House Democratic leader praises Jasmine Crockett’s campaign and calls for party unity as the fight shifts to November.
—From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
Aparovich also praises the ingredients.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for praises
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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
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And our lactation consultant judge applauds these bottles as an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable storage bags.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
7 Apr. 2026
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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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Yet Biden gets kudos for drawing down 180 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve when gasoline prices were topping out at a record $5 a gallon in June, Faucher says.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
8 Feb. 2023
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Greenwald, who was introduced with Bronx flair by Cardi B, also brought an aw-shucks attitude in accepting the kudos.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2023
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Comfort spreads as the fertile Moon blesses your home zone and sextiles therapeutic Chiron in your 6th House of Sustainability.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Apr. 2026
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Even though Saturn will test this relationship or agreement over the coming years, Venus’ trine to Jupiter on February 22 blesses the professional endeavors that are beginning around this time.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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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
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Henry both exec produced and starred in Dope Thief, Apple TV’s series helmed by Ridley Scott, which earned him Emmy and Critics Choice Award nominations, among other accolades.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
13 Apr. 2026
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His baseball accolades include being all-district two straight seasons, at second base in 2024 and at third base last season.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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His musical would go on to receive critical acclaim and commercial success.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Like all other private and public enterprises in Germany, these guilds now began their meetings with anthems and Hitler salutes.—
Tim Brinkhof,
JSTOR Daily,
1 Apr. 2026
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Each shows a helicopter hovering alongside his swimming pool while the entertainer claps, salutes and raises his fist in the air.—
Travis Loller,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Praises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/praises. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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