as in greetings
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
offered a cheery salute as they passed the soldiers on the street
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as in applauds
to declare enthusiastic approval of
I salute the idea of healthier lunch options for our students
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In a confessional, Cheyenne applauds Zach's willingness to go through this process.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025 -
Little applauds compromise on Medicaid Little’s signature was the final step in a monthslong debate over the future of the state’s Medicaid expansion program.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
19 Mar. 2025
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The show hails from Morgan's 30 Rock costar Tina Fey, who will executive-produce alongside her former 30 Rock creative teammates Robert Carlock and Sam Means.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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The series hails from Apple Studios and is produced by Tropper Ink.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Salutes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutes. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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