as in disturbances
a state of noisy, confused activity
it turned out that the ballyhoo was the result of a movie being filmed on the street
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1
as in announces
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
that reviewer always ballyhoos any book by one of his pet authors
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as in promotes
to provide publicity for
the TV networks usually spend the summer months ballyhooing their new fall shows
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ballyhoos
Noun
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Kp is an index used to indicate the severity of the global magnetic disturbances in near-Earth space, NOAA said.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
16 Sep. 2025 -
Because protons and neutrons are shielded from many environmental disturbances, those transitions may carry the subtle imprint of dark matter.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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OpenAI announces teen-friendly ChatGPT amid safety concerns OpenAI on Tuesday announced a version of ChatGPT for teens, as tech companies face growing pressure to protect minors who use chatbots.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement For example, a CEO prepping for a product launch might map out what happens if global supply chains are disrupted, if customer adoption is slower than expected, or if a competitor announces a rival feature soon after.—
Sheri Bachstein,
Time,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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At the same time, concerns about declining populations are fueling the pronatalist movement, which promotes higher birthrates and frames demographic decline as a threat to civilization itself.—
G Kirilloff,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Chronic inflammation also promotes insulin resistance and cellular dysfunction that can lead to type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease, a growing concern.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Whole Earth Brands, a company that sells a variety of sweeteners, is anticipating a 100% increase in organic sugar costs, according to company president Nigel Willerton.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
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The brand sells plain and flavored cottage cheeses, such as strawberry and pineapple, as well as sour cream and cream cheese product lines.—
Emma Sandler,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In honor of celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, advertises Bryan's best brisket sandwich.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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But for Jennifer Lawrence, a simple everyday outing is a chance to show off a tote bag that advertises a literal book.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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About two couples, connected and dependent on one another, raising their kids alongside each other, facing the same turmoils, the same existential questions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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His government routinely trumpets declining crime rates as evidence that his model works.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The new $106 million Nike man totally blows up a Titans run to start the game.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
7 Sep. 2025
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But if this blows up in Utah’s face in two or three years … oy.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Ballyhoos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ballyhoos. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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