saluting

present participle of salute

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of saluting In the wake of the shooting, according to the news service, police and emergency vehicles made their way to the coroner’s office, with community members saluting and carrying American flags. Tara Suter, The Hill, 18 Sep. 2025 Disco Divas, Milwaukee Symphony Pops Principal Pops Conductor Byron Stripling continues his reinvigoration of the MSO's Pops series with this program saluting powerhouse voices of the disco era, such as Donna Summer, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle and others. Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 30 Aug. 2025 But by the time Ming’s coffin was rolled out by eight pallbearers to two long rows of saluting law enforcement personnel, the sun’s bright light beamed down onto the stadium; reminiscent of another bright light, as Ming’s personality was often described by loved ones, that will be greatly missed. Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saluting
Verb
  • Even progressive critics from the party’s activist wing are applauding Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries, who are insisting that any government spending package must extend health care subsidies that are set to expire at the year’s end.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
  • The sight of a player first hearing their own chant and applauding the fans for it is a nourishing one.
    Nick Miller, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While praising intent, Farley cautioned that current policies alone will not solve the demand crisis; as production expands domestically, the absence of a skilled workforce could drive up costs, create delays, and ultimately hurt both businesses and consumers.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2025
  • The film was well-received after its Venice debut with many critics praising Oscar nominee Seyfried’s performance in particular.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The Kickstarter runs for the month of October, with the book hailing from Side Hustle Comics.
    Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Starting next week, about 2,500 students hailing from 110 countries will relocate to the new campus.
    Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After commending leaders for their work, the president spoke of changes being made at the Pentagon, including the decision to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War.
    Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Cozens’ former teammate Kyle Okposo took to Cozens right away, even commending the youngster for his leadership skills.
    Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025

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“Saluting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saluting. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

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