as in tributes
a formal expression of praise
several eulogies were given at the special assembly marking the retirement of the company's longtime president
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Recent Examples of eulogies
Across social media and news stories, there are countless eulogies that spotlight his humility, integrity and vision.
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Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
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
Lawmakers from across the South, including members of Congress, would give eulogies in his honor.
—Jamelle Bouie, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Attendees surrounded a casket as speakers delivered eulogies — including actors portraying former President Abraham Lincoln and former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025
During his appearance on the podcast, Charles also spoke about writing what became one of the most famous eulogies of the last century.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Set personal boundaries People are already using ChatGPT to write eulogies, wedding toasts, and bedtime stories for their children.
—Tharin Pillay, Time, 21 Oct. 2025
The eulogies were watched by some family members who flew in from overseas.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
According to Rolling Stone, Beach Boys biographer David Leaf and Rolling Stone editor Jason Fine gave the formal eulogies.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
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
Lawmakers from across the South, including members of Congress, would give eulogies in his honor.
—Jamelle Bouie, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Attendees surrounded a casket as speakers delivered eulogies — including actors portraying former President Abraham Lincoln and former first lady Mary Todd Lincoln.
—Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 22 Dec. 2025
During his appearance on the podcast, Charles also spoke about writing what became one of the most famous eulogies of the last century.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
Set personal boundaries People are already using ChatGPT to write eulogies, wedding toasts, and bedtime stories for their children.
—Tharin Pillay, Time, 21 Oct. 2025
The eulogies were watched by some family members who flew in from overseas.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 10 Sep. 2025
According to Rolling Stone, Beach Boys biographer David Leaf and Rolling Stone editor Jason Fine gave the formal eulogies.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eulogies
Noun
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From New York University commencement ceremonies to emotional social media tributes, stars including Reese Witherspoon, Christy Turlington and Kate Hudson are sharing proud moments as their children graduate.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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Several tributes to her are visible in Venice—most notably a giant mural by the American artist Derrick Adams on the facade of a palazzo near the Arsenale.—
Sebastian Smee,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Responding officers receive commendations Also important to note is an investment by the Old Westbury Police paid off.—
Carolyn Gusoff
April 6,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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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
Noun
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Arrests and citations do nothing to address these needs.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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These systems demonstrated the ability to generate coherent legal text and assist with analytical tasks, while also highlighting important limitations—particularly around hallucinated citations and the need for human oversight.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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“Eulogies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eulogies. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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