1
as in tributes
a formal expression of praise
the speaker introduced the evening's honored guest with a lavish salutation
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as in greetings
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
began the discussion with a gracious salutation to the distinguished assembly
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Recent Examples of salutations
Others carve out time to mail birthday cards and salutations written in their own hand.
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Michael Liedtke, Fortune, 28 Dec. 2025
He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.
—Curtis Bunn, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2025
Use proper subject lines, professional salutations, and complete sentences.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Michael Liedtke, Fortune, 28 Dec. 2025
He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.
—Curtis Bunn, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2025
Use proper subject lines, professional salutations, and complete sentences.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for salutations
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Guests will hear everything from tributes to musicians like Carlos Santana and Selena to hit music from Enrique Iglesias, Shakira, Ricky Martin and more.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Nicholas' parents were also there and were touched by the kind words and tributes to their son.—
Kerri Corrado,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The airport greetings take place at both the Evans and McNamara Terminals, and several dogs have participated in the program over the years.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Their unlikely friendship began in a New Hampshire neighborhood, where Blaisdell couldn’t resist Winter’s over‑the‑top greetings.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Responding officers receive commendations Also important to note is an investment by the Old Westbury Police paid off.—
Carolyn Gusoff
April 6,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 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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When fine aluminum powder was mixed proportionally with an oxidizer, the resulting mixture—flash powder—burned much hotter and faster than black powder, allowing for the manufacture of louder firecrackers and salutes in aerial fireworks.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
18 Mar. 2026
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In 1938, the Austrian soccer team dissolved after Hitler’s Germany annexed its country, and the German players greeted the stands with Nazi salutes.—
Ian Buruma,
New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2026
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Since August 2024, more than 160 noise citations have been issued in downtown, according to Beard.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, 13 eateries received citations for health code violations including blackish mold-like growth in the facility, raw ducks improperly thawed and having a moth inside a container of rice.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
April 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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And that’s a career defined by three Super Bowl titles, and more than enough accolades to end up with a bronze bust in Canton one day.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The choice of San Diego as the awards location isn’t necessarily an indication that special accolades will be awarded to local restaurants this year.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Salutations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutations. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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