1
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the speaker introduced the evening's honored guest with a lavish salutation
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2
as in salute
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
began the discussion with a gracious salutation to the distinguished assembly
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Recent Examples of salutation
More active travelers may also consider a few sun salutations on the outdoor movement deck.
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Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 16 July 2025
She was seated near me, and appeared to be either a celebrity or the mayor, so frequent were the salutations from passersby.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Due to the limitations of that early technology, the salutation had to accommodate the longest name.
—Jerry Weissman, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
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Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 16 July 2025
She was seated near me, and appeared to be either a celebrity or the mayor, so frequent were the salutations from passersby.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Due to the limitations of that early technology, the salutation had to accommodate the longest name.
—Jerry Weissman, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salutation
Noun
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Every year, the production team looks for a way to reimagine the stage to keep viewers at home captivated, while still paying tribute to the traditions of the nearly century-old ceremony.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Social media was full of cool tribute videos not only to Kelce, but also to his bond with quarterback Patrick Mahomes.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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One Windsor man was there to see all of it, and on Saturday, he was honored with a vintage military salute for his 105th birthday.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Continuing the Beethoven salute is Lang Lang, performing all five piano concertos across three concerts with Paavo Järvi (March 24-27, 2027).—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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Gallrein received several commendations while serving, including four Bronze Star Medals and two Presidential Unit Citations.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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In 2021, Valentin was awarded the Ribbon of Valor, an internal commendation for those who serve with honor and distinction during special details.—
Vivian Salama,
The Atlantic,
9 Mar. 2026
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Birds chirped and neighbors emerged from hibernation, exchanging greetings after months indoors.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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The greeting might sound warmer.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Official charges come after two students were arrested and two were given juvenile citations, according to a police department spokesman.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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An attorney for the family, Jamal Tooson, conceded that the victim’s actions possibly merited arrest or a citation by the Los Angeles Police Department.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Since then, Liu has been getting used to a hero’s welcome, from the Oakland creamery that offered her ice cream for life to the paparazzi who followed her car after a Today show appearance.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2026
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Cooper Flagg got a pretty warm welcome in his return from injury.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The first is rewriting public-domain hymns with community members to sing at protests.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 Mar. 2026
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Instead, a narrator gives a somewhat notion of what’s what in the language of the audience, as is Akhnaten’s great aria, a hymn to Aten (god of the sun).—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Owner Bryan Arri opened it in early 2024 as an homage to singles-friendly bars that emerged in the 60s.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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Calderone renovated the space with a deep reverence for his elaborate style—with homages to Despont appearing throughout the home—while also implementing the Art Deco and Beaux Arts designs that so define her aesthetic.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Salutation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutation. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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