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as in celebrated
to proclaim the glory of
hymns that praise God
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as in applauded
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the school volunteers were praised for their excellent work in the reading program
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Recent Examples of praised
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya has also long praised the game as a powerful teacher of judgement.
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
The more frugal sides are decried as misers or praised for their market savvy, no matter the surrounding factors.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Bush acknowledged the Clippers’ role in planning everything the NBA is doing next weekend and praised the franchise for its community outreach.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
In her emails to Epstein, Ehnbom praised DeGette’s interest in science and her role as a congresswoman.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 8 Feb. 2026
Quenneville, who is in his first year with the Ducks, praised LaCombe’s disposition and saw his mild manner matter-of-factly, expressing confidence in his ability to handle the bright lights of the Olympic stage.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026
Cronin praised the Bruins’ offensive output and perseverance through fatigue.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Target's Good & Gather semi-sweet chocolate chips were the unexpected winners of the taste test, praised for their creamy and chocolaty qualities.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
After the concert, Robeson praised her singing and urged her to continue her training.
—Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
Preston Fore, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
The more frugal sides are decried as misers or praised for their market savvy, no matter the surrounding factors.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Bush acknowledged the Clippers’ role in planning everything the NBA is doing next weekend and praised the franchise for its community outreach.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
In her emails to Epstein, Ehnbom praised DeGette’s interest in science and her role as a congresswoman.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 8 Feb. 2026
Quenneville, who is in his first year with the Ducks, praised LaCombe’s disposition and saw his mild manner matter-of-factly, expressing confidence in his ability to handle the bright lights of the Olympic stage.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026
Cronin praised the Bruins’ offensive output and perseverance through fatigue.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Target's Good & Gather semi-sweet chocolate chips were the unexpected winners of the taste test, praised for their creamy and chocolaty qualities.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
After the concert, Robeson praised her singing and urged her to continue her training.
—Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for praised
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Though the holiday’s origins trace back to ancient China, it’s now celebrated across East and Southeast Asia and abroad.—
Phoebe Fry,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Feb. 2026
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It’s now led to one major withdrawal from Berlin, a typically highly political festival, with news that celebrated Indian author Arundhati Roy has pulled out.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
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Roberts applauded the growing social justice movement coming out of the files release and called for a criminal investigation of Mountbatten-Windsor.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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Video shows most lawmakers in the room applauded the line.—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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But we are also blessed that she will be surrounded by an equally capable and experienced team of senior editors.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Garland was comfortable in Cleveland generally, but his representatives blessed the trade to the Clippers ahead of the deal being consummated.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Albanese hailed the signing as a significant extension of existing security and defense cooperation.—
NINIEK KARMINI,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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So began a comeback journey hailed as triumphant and inspirational.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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Filmmakers Chris Columbus, Tim Burton and Martin Scorsese also saluted the late star.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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There wasn’t a hint of glitz or glitter when the Grateful Dead was saluted at last year’s MusiCares Person of the Year all-star concert in Los Angeles.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Catholic leaders commended anyone who continues to work for peace and justice, including those who peacefully assemble, and are caring for their immigrant neighbors.—
Anissa Rivera,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Shapiro commended the strength of the new study.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Day of the Jackal‘s freshman season was critically acclaimed and broke ratings records on both sides of the pond.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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That’s the reason Gabriel Domingues’s work on The Secret Agent — the only non-English language Casting nominee — has been so widely acclaimed.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Praised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/praised. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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