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as in praised
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in celebrated
to proclaim the glory of
the nation's people were expected to laud the dictator at every opportunity
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Recent Examples of lauded
Lyles has been lauded as a masterful bridge builder between the private and public sectors with deep connections in the business community.
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Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
The Miura is rarely lauded as a great driver’s car, after all.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Cuban, a billionaire entrepreneur who has promoted price transparency in health care, lauded efforts to lower drug prices through TrumpRx.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 18 May 2026
The film’s authenticity is often lauded as a major part of its success.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2026
While some critics noted problematic elements, many lauded its escalating tension and cautionary tale.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Recently featured in the Netflix show Somebody Feed Phil and lauded as an up-and-coming culinary destination, the city is drawing praise from local and national headlines.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
One reviewer lauded the sheets’ ability to thermoregulate.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
Dorland also lauded the students' progress in their foundational skills at all levels.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
The Miura is rarely lauded as a great driver’s car, after all.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Cuban, a billionaire entrepreneur who has promoted price transparency in health care, lauded efforts to lower drug prices through TrumpRx.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 18 May 2026
The film’s authenticity is often lauded as a major part of its success.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 May 2026
While some critics noted problematic elements, many lauded its escalating tension and cautionary tale.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Recently featured in the Netflix show Somebody Feed Phil and lauded as an up-and-coming culinary destination, the city is drawing praise from local and national headlines.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026
One reviewer lauded the sheets’ ability to thermoregulate.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
Dorland also lauded the students' progress in their foundational skills at all levels.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauded
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Austin Mayor Kirk Watson praised the coordinated response from local and regional law enforcement agencies, including the Travis County Sheriff’s Office, Manor Police Department and Texas Department of Public Safety.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Bickerstaff repeatedly praised the growth and resilience of a roster that rapidly developed into a contender.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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The fund has raised more than $2 million and has celebrated the birth of 111 babies.—
Mark Long,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2026
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Flender, who has shared her support for her son over the years, celebrated Chalamet's Critics' Choice win for Best Actor for his role in Marty Supreme in January.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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Mayor Dean Trantalis applauded that move.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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The two embraced again as the audience applauded.—
Daniel S. Levine,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Alonso is blessed to inherit several excellent progressive passers at Chelsea.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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We as a coaching staff were blessed to be able to spend five days a week with them this spring.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Jeffries was hailed as a messaging genius, and his status as a rising star was cemented.—
Jason Zengerle,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Friendly Ronald Wang, who hailed from Noble Palace and A Wong, is front of house.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Making her feature screenwriting and directing debut with Is God Is, an adaptation of her play which was a Pulitzer Prize finalist, Harris is behind one of the year’s wildest and most acclaimed films, sitting at a 97 percent freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2026
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The former Beatle worked on it with producer Andrew Watt in between touring dates for his acclaimed Got Back tour.—
William Vaillancourt,
Rolling Stone,
17 May 2026
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“Lauded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauded. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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