as in applauded
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I salute the idea of healthier lunch options for our students
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Recent Examples of saluted
Trump saluted as the crowd cheered him.
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Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
That was one of many events over four days that included concerts, book signings, food and drink parties, and walking tours that saluted the life and legacy of Buffett on the island that mutually fed the territorial muse and the talented musician-songwriter.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Windward, which owns around 7 percent of the fifth-largest movie theatre chain in North America and the largest circuit in Canada, saluted Cineplex for navigating an ongoing recovery from the impact of the pandemic and the 2023 Hollywood strikes on its business.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025
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
Her top, a reversible piece with tartan on the inside, also saluted her new mother-in-law's gown.
—Charmaine Patterson, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
At the dedication, Blatz was saluted for his donation.
—Chris Foran, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Marina turned to her father and saluted.
—Literary Hub, 7 Aug. 2025
Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
That was one of many events over four days that included concerts, book signings, food and drink parties, and walking tours that saluted the life and legacy of Buffett on the island that mutually fed the territorial muse and the talented musician-songwriter.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Windward, which owns around 7 percent of the fifth-largest movie theatre chain in North America and the largest circuit in Canada, saluted Cineplex for navigating an ongoing recovery from the impact of the pandemic and the 2023 Hollywood strikes on its business.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025
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
Her top, a reversible piece with tartan on the inside, also saluted her new mother-in-law's gown.
—Charmaine Patterson, People.com, 19 Aug. 2025
At the dedication, Blatz was saluted for his donation.
—Chris Foran, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Marina turned to her father and saluted.
—Literary Hub, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saluted
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This act of sportsmanship by Nicklaus was both controversial and applauded.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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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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The court gave the green light for those sweeping immigration operations to continue in Los Angeles — a decision that was praised by the White House and castigated by immigrant rights advocates.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
10 Sep. 2025
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New novels are rightly praised for breaking with traditional forms and criticized for turning to stale formulas and cliches.—
Nathaniel Moore
September 10,
Literary Hub,
10 Sep. 2025
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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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She was hailed as a seminal aesthetic and technical influence by such luminaries as Andy Warhol, Quentin Tarantino and Madonna.—
Daniel Jonah Wolpert,
NPR,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Saluted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saluted. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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