1
as in to drool
to make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm
she raved about the Mother's Day breakfast of cold coffee and burnt toast that her young children had proudly set before her
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2
as in to huff
to talk loudly and wildly
a man stood outside city hall raving about his tax bill
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as in applause
often raves plural
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
the books have received even more raves from parents than from the kids they were written for
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Recent Examples of rave
Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 22 July 2025
His college tight ends coach, Steve Casula, raved about Loveland’s hands.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025
Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2025
Other events have ranged from special morning matcha classes to a rave with a local DJ to capsule clothing collection launches to tea tasting classes.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 31 May 2025
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Verb
Locals rave about Boathouse Cantina, 228 N. F St., boathousesalida.com, a riverside American-Baja Mexican joint serving pizza, burgers, tacos, and much more.
—Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 22 July 2025
His college tight ends coach, Steve Casula, raved about Loveland’s hands.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 21 July 2025
Noun
Putting the bully in bully pulpit, Trump escalates in L.A. rather than seeking calm
June 9, 2025
Granted, Newsom’s speech received a lot of raves from Democrats across the country.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2025
Other events have ranged from special morning matcha classes to a rave with a local DJ to capsule clothing collection launches to tea tasting classes.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rave
Verb
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Symptoms may include excessive panting, glazed eyes, lethargy, drooling, vomiting, or confusion.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Elavil can help with not only depression but also symptoms like drooling.—
Janelle McSwiggin,
Health,
20 July 2025
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The trail huffs up 1,000 feet per mile, traversing talus slopes and narrow ridgelines en route to a dizzying view of Yellowstone Lake.—
Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan,
Outside Online,
3 June 2025
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Fellow porters huffing their way up a hillside; the stars twinkling above the desert sand; the layered waves of Caroline Polachek’s staggeringly beautiful title song cresting over the horizon at just the right moment.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
23 June 2025
Noun
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This drew several laughs and applause from the rest of the cast and crew.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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But awards never meant as much to him as applause from an audience.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Rogen gushes that Spielberg even texted him on Emmys nomination morning to congratulate him on his series The Studio and its many nominations.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Since working together, starting in the fall, Neeson and Anderson have gushed about each other in interviews.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
30 July 2025
Verb
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In the movie’s trailer, Offerman can be seen training with firearms and ranting about systemic oppression as Jerry.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
25 June 2025
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The slightest noise from the children could propel him from the room, ranting.—
Noah Hawley,
The Atlantic,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Audiences responded by giving Brown a standing ovation that lasted nearly five minutes.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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The new Champion Golfer of the Year gave another example of his extraordinary superiority in men's professional golf, earning standing ovations from the crowd at Royal Portrush.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 July 2025
Verb
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As darkness settled over a nature reserve in the United Kingdom, a baby mammal began to fuss and whine to its parent.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
25 July 2025
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Vodka just keeps things boozy without fussing too much with the flavor.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
Noun
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Bryan, who selected the $100,000 winning envelope, chose to split the prize with Amaya — a decision that earned some praise but also a few critics.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
14 July 2025
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Looking back on Jones' stint as a guest star, Smith had high praise for the musician.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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“Rave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rave. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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