renowning

Definition of renowningnext
present participle of renown

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for renowning
Verb
  • Despite the intensity on the court, Staley and Auriemma have typically exchanged public pleasantries, complimenting each others' successes and importance to the women's game.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
  • After a few photos are snapped, Muse can be seen complimenting Taylor on her scent.
    Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Others praised troopers for stepping in to help, applauding authorities for rescuing the vulnerable cub and ensuring it was placed in proper care.
    Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
  • At 0-2, Nimmo had started applauding and offering loud encouragement from the Rangers dugout.
    Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • After the hearing, Gorman’s family released a statement commending the judge for detaining Medina.
    Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Bhattacharya has visited the Atlanta campus, sent emails commending the CDC staff and thanking them for their work, and extended telework accommodations in his first weeks on the job.
    Pien Huang, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The investigation came about after Kid Rock shared a video to X of himself saluting the helicopter hovering near his home.
    Annie Harrigan, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
  • On Saturday, Kid Rock posted on his social media two videos of him pointing to and saluting two AH-64 Apache helicopters flying low and hovering adjacent to his swimming pool.
    Steven Beynon, ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Jenkins said Lazo's crimes led ride-hailing companies to change their practices to increase rider safety.
    Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
  • The vehicles are operated by Apollo Go, an autonomous ride-hailing service run by Chinese tech company Baidu.
    Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Having access to the network of former UConn superstars is still surreal for Vukosa, who grew up idolizing Breanna Stewart and attends the same high school as Hall of Famer Sue Bird and WNBA MVP Tina Charles.
    Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2026
  • McGonigle grew up idolizing Phillies legend Chase Utley, who is going into the club's Wall of Fame in August.
    Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • During an open practice Friday at Lucas Oil Stadium, thousands of Illini fans showed up in orange to watch, while large groups of kids on field trips sat in the end zone, cheering.
    Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
  • However, no one will be cheering louder than the athletes' parents.
    Jack Springgate, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
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“Renowning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renowning. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.

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