as in applauding
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I salute the idea of healthier lunch options for our students
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Recent Examples of saluting
The case involved schoolchildren whose religious beliefs prevented them from saluting the American flag and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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Joseph Andrew, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Diana attended this event as a member of the Royal Family from 1981 to 1992, then saluting Queen Elizabeth II, without ever missing a single one.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
As Broadway star Avery Wilson sang the National Anthem, the camera faded to a shot of Trump saluting the flag, and MSG erupted into boos.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 9 June 2026
Few images are more enduring than 3-year-old John saluting his father’s coffin.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
The crowd booed loudly when TV cameras captured the politician saluting during the national anthem.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026
Why Vang doesn’t say the Pledge of Allegiance When asked about Vang’s practice of abstaining from saluting the flag, her campaign spokesperson said that her past statements on the matter speak for themselves.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
I'mPhaedra Trethan, saluting Billie Jean King on completing her bachelor's degree in history at age 82!
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The tradition of saluting White Sox home runs continues to this day.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Joseph Andrew, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Diana attended this event as a member of the Royal Family from 1981 to 1992, then saluting Queen Elizabeth II, without ever missing a single one.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
As Broadway star Avery Wilson sang the National Anthem, the camera faded to a shot of Trump saluting the flag, and MSG erupted into boos.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 9 June 2026
Few images are more enduring than 3-year-old John saluting his father’s coffin.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
The crowd booed loudly when TV cameras captured the politician saluting during the national anthem.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026
Why Vang doesn’t say the Pledge of Allegiance When asked about Vang’s practice of abstaining from saluting the flag, her campaign spokesperson said that her past statements on the matter speak for themselves.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
I'mPhaedra Trethan, saluting Billie Jean King on completing her bachelor's degree in history at age 82!
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 14 May 2026
The tradition of saluting White Sox home runs continues to this day.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saluting
Verb
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Sunday night’s ceremony offered a different message — Broadway is willing to work with Rudin, but applauding him is still a bridge too far.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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The rescue also drew praise on social media, with many users applauding Myron's quick actions and willingness to help a stranger.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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The plan was met with mixed reaction, with some praising Starmer for taking action and others questioning the effectiveness of a blanket ban.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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White House communications director Steven Cheung dodged a question about Hokit’s comments at the fight, pivoting to praising the fighter.—
Sydney Topf,
The Washington Examiner,
15 June 2026
Verb
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My group was a largely international lot, hailing from 12 countries—just shy of two-thirds came from the UK and the US—ranging in age from 18 to 89.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Meanwhile, cooling growth in the gig economy is widening a divide within the blue-collar labor market, with the number of ride-hailing drivers, truck drivers, and livestreamers declining, Caixin said.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
15 June 2026
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“Saluting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saluting. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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