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as in advertises
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
a new cleaning agent touted as the only product a homeowner needs for all his or her cleaning chores
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as in hails
to declare enthusiastic approval of
statements from several former patients touting the doctor's alleged cancer cure
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as in promotes
to provide publicity for
an avalanche of ads touting the new movie
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Recent Examples of touts
Magnussen stars in the comedic bit (watch it HERE), which touts the availability of AMC+ (and The Audacity) at no extra charge for select Charter Spectrum customers.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2026
Alpha touts that its students score in the 99th percentile on the Northwest Evaluation Association MAP Growth tests, which measure academic progress and are administered to millions of students nationwide.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2026
Get real While Davis touts the capabilities of AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, other brands are taking the opposite tack by highlighting their commitment not to use the technology.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Despite the high vacancy rate, the listing touts the complex’s location and nearby amenities, including more than 50 restaurants, major banks, Blumenthal Arts’ theater and walkability to sports venues like Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
McCaughey is a Newsmax cable host who smiles big, talks fast and touts audacious promises — foremost among them, a vow to eliminate the income tax in Connecticut, an idea that was central to Republican Bob Stefanowski’s losing campaign for governor against Lamont in 2018.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026
The business touts entertainment options like laser tag, bowling, arcades, go-karts, bumper cars and mini golf at its locations.
—Nathan Pilling
march 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The charter provider touts its ability to bring students up to grade level on an accelerated timeline.
—Noah Alcala Bach, San Antonio Express-News, 24 Mar. 2026
Dade Hayes, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2026
Alpha touts that its students score in the 99th percentile on the Northwest Evaluation Association MAP Growth tests, which measure academic progress and are administered to millions of students nationwide.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 9 Apr. 2026
Get real While Davis touts the capabilities of AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, other brands are taking the opposite tack by highlighting their commitment not to use the technology.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Despite the high vacancy rate, the listing touts the complex’s location and nearby amenities, including more than 50 restaurants, major banks, Blumenthal Arts’ theater and walkability to sports venues like Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium.
—Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
McCaughey is a Newsmax cable host who smiles big, talks fast and touts audacious promises — foremost among them, a vow to eliminate the income tax in Connecticut, an idea that was central to Republican Bob Stefanowski’s losing campaign for governor against Lamont in 2018.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 2026
The business touts entertainment options like laser tag, bowling, arcades, go-karts, bumper cars and mini golf at its locations.
—Nathan Pilling
march 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
The app displays a handful of grocery staples — eggs, milk, bread, butter and potatoes — and touts how much costs for those items have gone down year over year.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
The charter provider touts its ability to bring students up to grade level on an accelerated timeline.
—Noah Alcala Bach, San Antonio Express-News, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touts
Verb
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Over there, a framed poster advertises Ali’s big match with Frazier.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Warrior Week advertises an acceptance rate similar to that of an Ivy League school.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The docuseries hails from This Is Just a Test Productions and See It Now Studios.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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The series hails from writer David Weil, who will also serve as showrunner, executive producer, and director under his Please Enjoy production banner.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Critics are alarmed by its presence at the White House, saying the group promotes extreme views and undermines public schools.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Noah Centineo promotes Our Hero, Balthazar at the Lakers versus Cleveland Cavaliers game in Los Angeles on March 31.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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If the launch team announces a hold, this indicates a natural pause in the countdown, which is intended to allow for tasks to be performed or for a slight delay so that liftoff will align with a specific launch time that doesn’t disrupt the schedule.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026
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The hard-throwing, 6-foot-6, 257-pound senior right-hander announces his presence with his first warmup pitch.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In the clip, the crowd applauds Phan's quick thinking for saving the shark's life.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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The current governor, Republican Phil Scott, applauds Roy’s interest in politics and public service but questions whether someone so young is ready for the responsibilities that come with running a state.—
Amanda Swinhart,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Among them is a Masters gnome, which sells for just under $50 in the shop.—
Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Augusta National sells tickets for the contest at $150 apiece via a lottery system.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bumble and Bumble Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble that promises to produce thickness.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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Allure praises this shampoo and conditioner set from Bumble and Bumble.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Touts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touts. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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