pay homage to

idiom

: to honor
Her paintings pay homage to women artists of the past.

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These little bakery bites will pay homage to Moffett’s Rhode Island roots and showcase his love for Italian cuisine. Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025 The baby's middle names pay homage to several relatives, including Princess Sofia's mom, Marie, Prince Carl Philip's mom, Queen Silvia, and his great aunt, Princess Lilian of Sweden, Duchess of Halland. Anna Halkidis, Parents, 10 Feb. 2025 Furthermore, the 2025 Concours will pay homage to Lincoln Motor Co.’s centennial, and a special class of show cars will be dedicated to classics from 1920 to 1940 that define the brand’s storied history. Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025 Travelers may venture abroad to see a majestic cathedral in Europe, or stay right at home in America to see attractions that pay homage to faith. Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pay homage to

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“Pay homage to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pay%20homage%20to. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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