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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
This time, the Aggies’ opponent touts the seventh-best turnover rate in the nation.
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Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Abdul El-Sayed, another Senate hopeful, touts the same policy in Michigan.
—Ramesh Ponnuru, Washington Post, 20 Mar. 2026
On the campaign trail, Johnson touts his record of beating Republicans.
—Philip Jankowski
austin Bureau, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, Preckwinkle touts her expertise and experience at the helm.
—CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Intel also touts a $199 Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, but there is no new Core Ultra 9 part in sight.
—Michael Justin Allen Sexton, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026
The movie touts a female team behind the camera including Vanessa Caswill (Love at First Sight, Little Women mini-series) directing, Hoover and Lauren Levine adapting and producing, Gina Matthews and Robin Mulcahy Fisichella as EPs.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 10 Mar. 2026
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller touts her experience leading health care organizations such as Planned Parenthood Illinois and promotes her moderate approach.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Abdul El-Sayed, another Senate hopeful, touts the same policy in Michigan.
—Ramesh Ponnuru, Washington Post, 20 Mar. 2026
On the campaign trail, Johnson touts his record of beating Republicans.
—Philip Jankowski
austin Bureau, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, Preckwinkle touts her expertise and experience at the helm.
—CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Having stretched out on the chaise for movie nights, naps, and even one full night, Griggs touts the sofa’s firm yet cozy seat and durable upholstery.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026
Intel also touts a $199 Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, but there is no new Core Ultra 9 part in sight.
—Michael Justin Allen Sexton, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026
The movie touts a female team behind the camera including Vanessa Caswill (Love at First Sight, Little Women mini-series) directing, Hoover and Lauren Levine adapting and producing, Gina Matthews and Robin Mulcahy Fisichella as EPs.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 10 Mar. 2026
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller touts her experience leading health care organizations such as Planned Parenthood Illinois and promotes her moderate approach.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touts
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Consumers have to think twice about buying from a foreign producer that uses child labor or any retailer that advertises deceptively or sells customer data.—
Peter Jensen,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Mar. 2026
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Anthem advertises a 100% money-back guarantee for certain services, though exclusions may apply.—
Deane Biermeier,
USA Today,
26 Feb. 2026
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The series, which hails from television studio Media Res, is showrun and executive produced by Charlotte Stoudt, and directed and executive produced by Mimi Leder.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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Directed by Brook Linder and produced by Chris Kim, the series hails from RadicalMedia in association with Galifianakis’ Billios Productions.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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According to Cubalex, a nonprofit organization that promotes human rights, nearly 160 protests have been reported across Cuba since March 6.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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The organization is a movement with Christian ties that promotes peace, justice and equality.—
Laura Turbay,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2026
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Zoo announces stricter rules for visiting Punch Ishikawa City Zoo, a relatively small zoo in Ishikawa, Japan, has spent the past few months ramping up its infrastructure to handle the influx of guests interested in seeing Punch.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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After each year’s trials, the Arboretum announces a list of top performers.—
Mary Grace Granados
Special Contributor,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Industry applauds the moves as long overdue.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry applauds as silver medallist Heidi Weng of Norway, gold medallist Ebba Andersson of Sweden and bronze medallist Nadja Kaelin of Switzerland celebrate on the podium for the women's cross country 50km mass start final.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Feb. 2026
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While the store imports its goods from Pakistan and sells styles traditional to South Asia, Malik said his customers come from a variety of backgrounds, including from Middle Eastern and Western countries and traditions.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
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An Orange County company that sells franchises for popular boutique fitness studios has reached an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission to settle allegations of rule and practice violations and will pay $17 million to franchisees.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
18 Mar. 2026
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According to people close to him, the president frequently praises Rubio in both private and public settings, at times casting him as a possible all-time great at the State Department.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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The superintendent praises the international educators — mostly from Jamaica and the Philippines — for their skill and dedication.—
Michael Melia,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Touts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touts. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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