as in homage
a show of respect or acknowledgement of the authority or importance of another
They made obeisance before the king and queen. She earned herself some political enemies when she failed to make the proper obeisance to those in power.
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Recent Examples of obeisance
Prolonged economic suffering might even cut into the cult-like obeisance of his most committed supporters.
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Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
At the same time, there’s a legion of former Department of Justice officials who fear Bondi’s unique obeisance to this president is undergirding the foundation of an independent Justice Department.
—David Catanese, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
At the same time, there’s a legion of former Department of Justice officials who fear Bondi’s unique obeisance to this president is undergirding the foundation of an independent Justice Department.
—David Catanese, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
It was made to reward Adams’ obeisance to President Donald Trump in supporting roundups of immigrants.
—Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025
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Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
At the same time, there’s a legion of former Department of Justice officials who fear Bondi’s unique obeisance to this president is undergirding the foundation of an independent Justice Department.
—David Catanese, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
At the same time, there’s a legion of former Department of Justice officials who fear Bondi’s unique obeisance to this president is undergirding the foundation of an independent Justice Department.
—David Catanese, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
It was made to reward Adams’ obeisance to President Donald Trump in supporting roundups of immigrants.
—Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obeisance
Noun
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Stick around through the end credits for the obligatory teaser of what’s in store and a breezy homage to an earlier iteration.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
22 July 2025
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Osbourne made a surprise cameo near the film’s end, helping Nicky defeat one of his villains — who is disguised as a bat — by biting off its head, an homage to one of the rock star's most infamous on-stage antics.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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Some of the show’s most rewarding scenes arrive when Theo, as an older teen, earns his father’s respect by showing up as his full self.—
Laura Bradley,
The Atlantic,
2 Aug. 2025
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International sports competitions are often saluted for promoting respect across all boundaries.—
Scott Simon,
NPR,
2 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, Musk came under fire himself in January after giving a straight-arm salute at a rally celebrating Trump’s inauguration.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 July 2025
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Once at Windsor, King Charles and Queen Camilla will formally welcome the couple at the Royal Dais, on Datchet Road, as a royal salute is fired in the Home Park in Windsor and at the Tower of London.—
Isaac Bickerstaff,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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The name is also a winking nod to Time Inc., whose brands make up a big piece of the company’s portfolio.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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This attachment to our vehicles is a nod to the broader theme that transportation equates to mobility, and by extension, freedom.—
Selika Josiah Talbott,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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The skirt offers a custom fit thanks to the adjustable tie that creates a gorgeous bow.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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Jim Jarmusch’s Father Mother Sister Brother will take its North American bow as the Centerpiece Selection of the 63rd New York Film Festival, screening at Alice Tully Hall on October 3 with Jarmusch and members of the cast in attendance.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
24 July 2025
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Their pioneering spirit and unwavering commitment to quality have earned them a place of reverence in the history of tequila.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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It would be centered on a reverence for the natural world, with weekly communal singing and dancing.—
Maria Bamford,
Vulture,
22 July 2025
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“Obeisance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obeisance. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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