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as in to elevate
to assign a high status or value to
a number of big names were recruited in the hopes that their presence would glorify the university's school of medicine in the eyes of the medical world
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as in to venerate
to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power
let us now glorify the Lord
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as in to advertise
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
fond parents who glorify everything that their precious offspring do
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as in to celebrate
to proclaim the glory of
the hillsides ablaze in red and gold silently glorify New England in the fall
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as in to glamourize
to represent or think of as better than reality would warrant
don't let the job title "team spirit coordinator" fool you—he's nothing more than a glorified college cheerleader
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Recent Examples of glorify
In her new book, Brooke Shields is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman, Shields dives headfirst into the complexities of growing older in a culture that glorifies youth.
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Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 13 Jan. 2025
Or try to make space for yourself in a world that glorifies hustle?
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024
Many video game developers built their careers during an era that glorified graphical fidelity.
—Zachary Small, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Through its strident positivity, PST ART glorifies speed and risk-taking (not to say recklessness) in the service of progress and discovery.
—Michaëla De Lacaze Mohrmann, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
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Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 13 Jan. 2025
Or try to make space for yourself in a world that glorifies hustle?
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024
Many video game developers built their careers during an era that glorified graphical fidelity.
—Zachary Small, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Through its strident positivity, PST ART glorifies speed and risk-taking (not to say recklessness) in the service of progress and discovery.
—Michaëla De Lacaze Mohrmann, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glorify
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The victory also elevated his career earnings total to more than $7 million, not too shabby for a horse that sold at auction for $40,000 as a 2-year-old.—
Clark Spencer,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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An Olympic gold medal, Women’s Open Championship win at St. Andrews and entry into the LPGA’s Hall of Fame elevated Ko to dizzying heights in the women’s game.—
Edgar Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Jan. 2025
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Here’s what to know about the festival: A religious gathering at confluence of 3 rivers Hindus venerate rivers, and none more so than the Ganges and the Yamuna.—
Sheikh Saaliq,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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The Mangione case reminds me of the protesters and anti-Israel activists who venerated the actions of Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023, reveling in the slaughter of thousands of innocent young adults and children.—
Diane Gensler,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Jan. 2025
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Last fall, when the remnants of a hurricane devastated part of North Carolina, nonprofits including Samaritan’s Purse, Americares and Convoy of Hope all advertised on Google search, trying to collect donations to help those affected by the storms.—
Nico Grant,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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The first issue has just three advertisers, none of whom had previously advertised in print: Patou, Diptyque and Frédéric Malle. Leguay thinks luxury brands must pivot from their elevation strategy and pay closer attention to Gen Z and Gen Alpha.—
Joelle Diderich,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
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Hosted by celebrated guitarist Jennifer Batten and genre-defying violinist Lindsey Stirling, the evening will include live performances and presentations celebrating this year’s honorees.—
Holly Alvarado,
Orange County Register,
25 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer Lopez celebrated Benny Medina's big day with a very special accessory!—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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Trump’s order also rescinded policies that required federal contractors to promote affirmative action and diversity programs—his actions are in line with promises listed in his Agenda 47 platform outlined during his campaign.—
Rebecca Schneid,
TIME,
25 Jan. 2025
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During a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, promoting the final season of Harlem, the actress explained why this is one of the happiest seasons of her life.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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One common misconception about Hinduism, according to Hindu devotees who spoke with the Miami Herald, is that Hindus worship idols instead of worshiping one God.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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In the Eighties, The Golden Girls was worshipped by many kids and teens for whom the idea of retiring to Florida wasn’t even a dot on the horizon.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
15 Jan. 2025
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The shelter announced in a Jan. 17 Instagram video that the tortoise reunited with his family after his stay there.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Additional performers will be announced in the coming days.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2025
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In an internal memo obtained by ABC News, Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger praised officers in the wake of the pardons.—
Jay O'Brien,
ABC News,
27 Jan. 2025
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His versatility, work ethic and team-first attitude impressed former coach Tata Martino and Mascherano has praised him, as well.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Glorify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glorify. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.
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