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as in announced
to make known openly or publicly
the company trumpeted the launch of the new phone that had none of the bugs the old one was known for
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as in advertised
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
critics trumpeted the band's latest album as the best of the decade
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Recent Examples of trumpeted
Many news stories had trumpeted it as a victory.
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Jessica Camille Aguirre, New Yorker, 2 May 2026
Mazzulla, who’s trumpeted the Celtics depth at every turn this season, shouldn’t hesitate to use it if his starters stumble on Saturday.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
Jones also trumpeted his goal to phase out Georgia's income tax, but an ambitious cut withered after being scorned by Kemp, who is wrapping up his final term in office, and state House Republicans.
—CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Since the start of the war with Iran, figures within MAGA have trumpeted Israel as a scapegoat.
—Jennifer Lutz, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026
In recent years, ube has morphed from a niche fad, trumpeted by trend reports as a flavor to watch, to a mainstream phenomenon, lending its bold color to specialty coffee shop drinks, baked goods, ice cream, and other products.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 6 Apr. 2026
In statements accompanying the report’s release, Birthright’s leadership trumpeted the program as a necessary antidote to declining Jewish engagement.
—Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Missteps get trumpeted in social media.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
Missteps get trumpeted in social media.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Jessica Camille Aguirre, New Yorker, 2 May 2026
Mazzulla, who’s trumpeted the Celtics depth at every turn this season, shouldn’t hesitate to use it if his starters stumble on Saturday.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
Jones also trumpeted his goal to phase out Georgia's income tax, but an ambitious cut withered after being scorned by Kemp, who is wrapping up his final term in office, and state House Republicans.
—CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Since the start of the war with Iran, figures within MAGA have trumpeted Israel as a scapegoat.
—Jennifer Lutz, New York Daily News, 11 Apr. 2026
In recent years, ube has morphed from a niche fad, trumpeted by trend reports as a flavor to watch, to a mainstream phenomenon, lending its bold color to specialty coffee shop drinks, baked goods, ice cream, and other products.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 6 Apr. 2026
In statements accompanying the report’s release, Birthright’s leadership trumpeted the program as a necessary antidote to declining Jewish engagement.
—Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Missteps get trumpeted in social media.
—Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
Missteps get trumpeted in social media.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trumpeted
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This year, the event has already raised a record $42 million, the museum announced during a news conference this afternoon.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
5 May 2026
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The former couple announced their separation in August 2023.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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For travelers chasing a spa weekend, a yoga retreat or a boutique stay, the celebrity ownership angle is rarely advertised at the front desk.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Look for a model that’s advertised as a wide-slot toaster or having extra-wide slots.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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The recall, which was published on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website on May 1, is related to an infotainment control unit software issue that can cause the critical instrument data to go blank.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 May 2026
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Freddy the Detective solved his first mystery in 1927, a passing-of-the-deerstalker year in which Sir Arthur Conan Doyle published his last Sherlock Holmes story and Agatha Christie introduced Miss Jane Marple.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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Both Williams and Merrin touted their conservative credentials and longtime leadership in the district.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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And though the president reneged on an initiative to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz hours after Rubio touted it to the press, Rubio's performance elicited largely rave reviews on the political right.—
Justin Papp,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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In his first Inaugural Address, on March 4, 1861, with seven states having already seceded from the Union, Lincoln proclaimed the essence of secession to be anarchy.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Some in the media proclaimed this the best offense in history.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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KPop Demon Hunters from Sony Pictures Imageworks was widely acclaimed and came from here.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2026
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This one was widely acclaimed by critics, so give it a watch.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
29 Apr. 2026
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But the Florida Supreme Court soon after declared that speeding up the execution process was a violation of an inmate's right to due process and equal protection.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Jackson's death was later declared a homicide at the hands of Murray, who administered the fatal dose of Propofol.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Nuclear energy was ballyhooed back in the 1930s as a way to feed the world.—
Sean Woods,
Rolling Stone,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Trumpeted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trumpeted. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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