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
Rebecca Schneid, Time, 29 May 2025
Juneteenth came and went Thursday, but curiously something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
The president, with first lady Melania Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, saluted as the military parade stepped off in the nation’s capital.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 15 June 2025
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Noun
The motion immediately garnered controversy, with some people, including history professors who study fascism and U.S. Representatives, expressing concern that the action was similar to a Nazi salute.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 29 May 2025
Juneteenth came and went Thursday, but curiously something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
Verb
President Donald Trump salutes as members of the U.S military participate in the 250th birthday parade of the U.S. Army on June 14, 2025, in Washington D.C.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
The president, with first lady Melania Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, saluted as the military parade stepped off in the nation’s capital.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salute
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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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What is the correct salutation to use when the recipient, and their gender, is unknown?—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Despite Democratic skepticism, nearly all Republicans have applauded Trump's decision to strike Iran.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2025
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Tucker stepped out of the batter’s box to tip his helmet toward both a roaring crowd and the applauding Astros dugout.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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The Pirates of the Caribbean actor was also photographed warmly greeting reality TV stars Kim and Khloé Kardashian, as well as their mom, Kris Jenner, over his lunch at the lavish Venice hotel, Gritti Palace.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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Shoppers who didn’t fit in could expect a rude greeting.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
26 June 2025
Verb
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Allow yourself to be seen, praised, or even vulnerable.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
30 June 2025
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In the days since the video was shared online, TikTok users have praised Row's husband for being so patient.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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The deposit will enable you to place your first bet to take advantage of the welcome offer with your new account.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
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The welcome to Alabama sign was, of course, the biggest highlight of the 23-state odyssey.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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When college athletes began earning money through name, image, and likeness deals on July 1, 2021, it was hailed as a groundbreaking shift in the landscape of college sports.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 June 2025
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The match on Sunday is also serving as a homecoming for Lavelle, who hails from Cincinnati.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
29 June 2025
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“Salute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salute. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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