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as in to advertise
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
a new cleaning agent touted as the only product a homeowner needs for all his or her cleaning chores
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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
statements from several former patients touting the doctor's alleged cancer cure
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as in to promote
to provide publicity for
an avalanche of ads touting the new movie
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Recent Examples of tout
Some North Carolina educators say the state’s new budget leaves experienced teachers behind as NC lawmakers tout educator raises.
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Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
2 July 2026
The power of agentic technology — AI that can carry out tasks for users — has been touted as potentially transformational by many in the tech sector, with industry giants including OpenAI and Anthropic racing to develop such products.
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Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
The president went on to tout a 99% figure, seemingly referencing his support among Israelis, and to make his case for attacking Iran.
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David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
2 July 2026
The post does not identify the convention’s venue, but the American Airlines Center has been touted as a likely site.
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Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
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Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
2 July 2026
The power of agentic technology — AI that can carry out tasks for users — has been touted as potentially transformational by many in the tech sector, with industry giants including OpenAI and Anthropic racing to develop such products.
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Kai Nicol-Schwarz,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
The president went on to tout a 99% figure, seemingly referencing his support among Israelis, and to make his case for attacking Iran.
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David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
2 July 2026
The post does not identify the convention’s venue, but the American Airlines Center has been touted as a likely site.
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Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
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An expired job ad for an experienced English interpreter at the UN advertised a salary range between $131,084 and $171,644.
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The report alleges that Freedom 250 was advertised as an addition to America250 rather than as its replacement, creating confusion.
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As Guo left the courtroom after the sentencing, supporters applauded and shouted toward him.
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Comedian and political satirist Bill Maher, center left, applauds for John Mellencamp during the 27th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Celebrating Bill Maher.
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Good Chop is dedicated to providing the finest cuts of meat while promoting sustainable practices.
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The company threw a lavish caviar party at Cannes and in May hosted panels promoting its cinematic tool at Amazon’s AI on the Lot event in Culver City.
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Iran also announced the complete closure of airspace over Tehran on Monday.
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Famous friends of the bride and groom have been spotted across New York City headed to the couple's big day, reportedly in Madison Square Garden July 3, almost a year after the pop star and Super Bowl champion announced their romantic engagement.
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Leaders from India’s ruling Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have publicly praised bhajan clubbing gatherings.
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Magazine, praising Swift's ability to handle intense public scrutiny.
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Since the band was formed, the group has sold over 100 million records worldwide.
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SparkHouse’s cafe and bar is open to the public and sells tea, coffee (try the honey matcha latte), wine, beer cocktails and small bites.
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The team behind the popular and acclaimed Buckhead restaurant the Chastain has announced a second concept opening in 2027.
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The first season of Beef wasn’t just critically acclaimed; it was widely hailed as an avatar of post-pandemic rage.
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For decades, Black Americans struggled to hail taxis in many cities.
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Take advantage of the streetcar system, rent a bike, hail a pedicab, or hop in a taxi, Uber, or Lyft.
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“Tout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tout. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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