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as in adoring
to love or admire too much
it's ridiculous how she adulates that airheaded rock star
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as in praising
to praise too much
a business executive who unwisely surrounds herself with incompetent assistants who spend all their time adulating her
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In a speech to a crowded bar of adoring young Republicans, Abbott warned of a difficult road ahead.—
Karen Brooks Harper
Austin Bureau,
Dallas Morning News,
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The woman who died in a trailer home fire last week was a loving mother, an adoring grandmother, a supportive sister and a lifelong friend, those who knew her best said.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
2 Mar. 2026
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With more than 7,900 five-star ratings praising its high quality and elegant look, the quilt adds a nice decorative touch to rooms.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2026
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Former Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and Joe Biden joined thousands in praising Jackson as an ambassador of hope, and a champion for the poor and the dispossessed.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
15 Mar. 2026
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After a childhood spent worshipping the Ramones and the Replacements, Billie Joe Armstrong co-founded Green Day with bassist Mike Dirnt in 1987.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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Freedom of religion Those who were worshipping at Cities Church when the service was disrupted also have a First Amendment right to practice their religion.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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Players, coaches, cheerleaders and fans rose as one, applauding and cheering the confirmation of their spot in this most American spectacle.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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Additional clips and photos show the actress enjoying the wedding from the back row and applauding as the couple gets hitched.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Mar. 2026
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Along with Thursday's rally, the Bay Area is also celebrating Liu's Olympic success with a billboard congratulating her, according to San Francisco ABC station KGO-TV.—
Katie Kindelan,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Sun brought with her a reply letter from Xi Jinping congratulating the Greek scholars on the center’s opening.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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The family of Virginia Giuffre issued a statement commending authorities for arresting the former prince.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
19 Feb. 2026
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That was the closest the 2026 DGA speeches came to being political outside of union support, with directors Coogler and Safdie both commending the insurance the guild provides (particularly as each director has a child that is currently sick).—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
8 Feb. 2026
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She was later reunited with her dog, stroking him in stunned silence before being taken to the hospital.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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At one point Eliot entered the TV room and found Abby with her head on Claire’s lap, Claire stroking her hair.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Nov. 2025
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Front-row seats offer 30-way adjustability and massaging capabilities.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Purifying shampoo, nourishing conditioner and scalp-massaging brush are also available to enhance your routine for your healthiest hair.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Adulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adulating. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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