as in commendations
a formal expression of praise
tributes were received from all over the world at the opera singer's farewell concert
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Recent Examples of tributes
The evening will feature educational programs, patriotic tributes and musical entertainment to mark the occasion.
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Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
The exaggerated, humorous tributes to his legendary toughness started in the early 2000s and went viral.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Read more tributes to Norris below.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
In the Inland Empire, there are many events and tributes to the late labor leader — from schools and centers to community gatherings.
—Ryan Carter, Daily News, 19 Mar. 2026
Also on tap are six of the Symphony’s popular film-and-live orchestra concerts, plus Pop Series tributes to the likes of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Carly Simon, Jimmy Buffet, Whitney Houston and Bugs Bunny.
—Dan Kelly
march 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Mar. 2026
Yet for those who recognize them, these are perfect little tributes to fan-favorite characters that also serve to further populate the show’s colorful world.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
In the comment section of Shade 45’s announcement, tributes have come from E-40, Hit-Boy, Mos Def, Rapsody, 9th Wonder, DJ Premier, Westside Gunn, and others.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 12 Mar. 2026
His death has brought an outpouring of tributes to the civil rights leader and politician who devoted his life to pushing for equality and change.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 6 Mar. 2026
Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
The exaggerated, humorous tributes to his legendary toughness started in the early 2000s and went viral.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Read more tributes to Norris below.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
In the Inland Empire, there are many events and tributes to the late labor leader — from schools and centers to community gatherings.
—Ryan Carter, Daily News, 19 Mar. 2026
Also on tap are six of the Symphony’s popular film-and-live orchestra concerts, plus Pop Series tributes to the likes of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Carly Simon, Jimmy Buffet, Whitney Houston and Bugs Bunny.
—Dan Kelly
march 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Mar. 2026
Yet for those who recognize them, these are perfect little tributes to fan-favorite characters that also serve to further populate the show’s colorful world.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2026
In the comment section of Shade 45’s announcement, tributes have come from E-40, Hit-Boy, Mos Def, Rapsody, 9th Wonder, DJ Premier, Westside Gunn, and others.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 12 Mar. 2026
His death has brought an outpouring of tributes to the civil rights leader and politician who devoted his life to pushing for equality and change.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tributes
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Gallrein received several commendations while serving, including four Bronze Star Medals and two Presidential Unit Citations.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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Also presented with various commendations during the 2025 induction ceremony were Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Thom Bell and Lenny Waronker.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Two spying buses passed me and took pictures of my car, resulting in my receiving two citations costing me $100.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Police reminded the public that toy or imitation weapons are not allowed on school campuses, and that trespassing, reckless driving or suspicious activity could result in citations.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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There are homages to Korean artists who contributed to the rise of contemporary K-pop, as well as a humorous moment around ramyeon, the popular Korean instant noodles.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Mar. 2026
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There are homages to Korean artists who contributed to the rise of contemporary K-pop, as well as a humorous moment around ramyeon, the popular Korean instant noodles.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Mar. 2026
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In relatively quick succession, Best Actor accolades went to Jamie Foxx for Ray in 2005 and Forest Whitaker for The Last King of Scotland two years later.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
16 Mar. 2026
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In the town of Gay, a rural hamlet about 60 miles south of Atlanta, a resort has earned one of the highest accolades in global hospitality.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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Many midlife women were nominated for this year’s awards, including in the acting categories, and two midlife women won.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
16 Mar. 2026
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Paul Thomas Anderson's film One Battle After Another dominated the evening, taking home six awards, including Best Picture and the inaugural Best Casting trophy.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Mar. 2026
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Among the thousands who attended the service Friday were former Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, all of whom delivered eulogies.—
Darcel Rockett,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Lawmakers from across the South, including members of Congress, would give eulogies in his honor.—
Jamelle Bouie,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The first is rewriting public-domain hymns with community members to sing at protests.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 Mar. 2026
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Instead, the words written in her autobiography served as the guide for the two-hour service filled with hymns and scriptures, as Christ Episcopal Church rector Father Jonathan Archer read a passage from the book which was published in 2000 during her memorial on Friday.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Tributes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tributes. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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