as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
many people were involved in the search, but the person who actually found the missing girl got all the acclaim
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as in to praise
to declare enthusiastic approval of
she has long been acclaimed by the critics for her realistic acting
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Recent Examples of acclaim
Holden Seidlitz, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2026
Scharf, who grew up in the Valley before making his way to New York City, first gained acclaim in the ‘80s East Village art scene alongside his friends and contemporaries Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, his former roommate.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
David George Haskell is a biologist acclaimed for his lyrical explorations of the living world.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The film premièred to great acclaim, enabling him to secure not only the funding for his next project but also a production team and ensemble that he’s maintained for nearly three decades.
—Holden Seidlitz, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2026
Scharf, who grew up in the Valley before making his way to New York City, first gained acclaim in the ‘80s East Village art scene alongside his friends and contemporaries Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, his former roommate.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Verb
Currently, the group runs 18 restaurants across the city—some Michelin-acclaimed.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
David George Haskell is a biologist acclaimed for his lyrical explorations of the living world.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acclaim
Noun
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When the stroller finally collapsed into the flat position, the waiting crowd erupted into cheers and applause for the workers on the ground.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Turner gathered his papers, stepped off the platform, and walked back to his seat to a smattering of applause.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Dewitt also praised JaCorey Stewart’s speed.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Then praised Illini Nation for its support.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The three-time MVP cannot miss two more games, or he’ll be disqualified for individual accolades such as MVP and All-NBA teams.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
26 Mar. 2026
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No higher accolade can one enforcement officer pay to another.—
Dave Duffey,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2026
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The decision infuriated local opponents, who have applauded selectmen’s decision in mid-March to authorize legal action to try to reverse the vote.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Riders cheered and applauded when the first train left the station.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But, mostly, city dwellers are deprived of the true glories of the season.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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West is hoping to restore the former barbecue spot to its glory days under a new name (tentatively called Black Pit BBQ) and include photos from the restaurant’s heyday and Overtown’s history.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The 25-year-old Højgaard, who hails from Denmark, has made 15 birdies and one eagle the last two rounds.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
29 Mar. 2026
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This example, however, hails from the Near East.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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It's also barred from reporting medical debt to credit bureaus and required to erase debt in some cases.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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For many, the math was already hard before the credits expired.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Considered the highest honor for a career in film, the AFI Life Achievement Award recognizes talent that has advanced the cinematic arts, demonstrated longevity and been acknowledged by scholars, critics, peers and audiences alike.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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This refresh honors the sandwich's legacy while delivering the bold, modern flavor our fans crave.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Acclaim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acclaim. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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