as in salutation
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
offered a cheery salute as they passed the soldiers on the street
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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I salute the idea of healthier lunch options for our students
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Recent Examples of salute
Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
With Monday being Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer which has snuck up on many of us, and a salute to our laborers, unionization in areas considered not to be traditional workplaces — like coffee houses — is happening successfully.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Cassar-Daley was saluted not only for his outstanding, 30-plus year career, but also for his tireless community work, from mentoring emerging talent around the nation, to speaking out on men’s mental health, working in schools, championing Aboriginal culture, and much more.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 20 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Abnormal’s flagship beer, Boss Pour is a blast from our brewing past, a salute to the dank, hop-heavy India Pale Ales that put San Diego on the brewing map.
—Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
With Monday being Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer which has snuck up on many of us, and a salute to our laborers, unionization in areas considered not to be traditional workplaces — like coffee houses — is happening successfully.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
Thoughtful and guarded adoption of AI is warranted and saluted.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Cassar-Daley was saluted not only for his outstanding, 30-plus year career, but also for his tireless community work, from mentoring emerging talent around the nation, to speaking out on men’s mental health, working in schools, championing Aboriginal culture, and much more.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salute
Noun
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He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.—
Curtis Bunn,
NBC news,
27 Aug. 2025
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Use proper subject lines, professional salutations, and complete sentences.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The user who tweeted the video, @SMHIghlights1, taunted Sanders for wanting the starting quarterback job because Cleveland lost, and instead of joining in on the mockery, several fans in the comment section actually applauded Sanders for being a good teammate.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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On one hand, many applauded Williams for her transparency.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Leo Dell’Orco, head of menswear design; Armani‘s nephew, Andrea Camerana, and Michele Tacchella, business unit director of Giorgio Armani and EA7, were among those flanking the casket and greeting guests.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
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The book was compiled by Epstein's co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell for his 50th birthday and reportedly contained poems, photos and greetings from academics, businesspeople, Epstein's childhood friends and more.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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One fellow-freestyler praised her ingenuity but said that, in a creative category with many strong contenders, her victory was a bit disappointing.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Reviewers praise its atmospheric setting and rich world-building, but some criticised its punishing difficulty.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The museum was beloved by locals, who left online reviews praising the staff's work and their warm welcome.—
Yegor Mostovshikov,
The Dial,
9 Sep. 2025
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Good morning and welcome to Fox News’ morning newsletter, Fox News First.—
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FOXNews.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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She has been hailed for her deep understanding of local government and ability to reach across the aisle to implement her agenda.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Xiao Yi Wang-Beckvall hails from Hawaii but has been primarily playing the Asia/Australia circuit this year.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Salute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salute. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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