as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
an actor who in his lifetime received all the laud and honor that the theater world could bestow
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as in to applaud
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in to praise
to proclaim the glory of
the nation's people were expected to laud the dictator at every opportunity
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Recent Examples of laud
George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2023
To — gulp — laud Rob Manfred for bringing life back to the game?
—Evan Grant, Dallas News, 8 Apr. 2023
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Vrabel went 54-45 as head coach of the Titans but was lauded for his ability to pick offensive coordinators (two of his OCs — Matt LaFleur and Arthur Smith — landed head coaching jobs) and getting the most out of his players.
—Chad Graff, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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Noun
One culprit is California’s ultra-progressive state income tax that Newsom lauds.
—George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2023
To — gulp — laud Rob Manfred for bringing life back to the game?
—Evan Grant, Dallas News, 8 Apr. 2023
Verb
The original Lion King, which is often lauded as an enduring Disney classic, actually trails the pack in terms of sheer numbers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Vrabel went 54-45 as head coach of the Titans but was lauded for his ability to pick offensive coordinators (two of his OCs — Matt LaFleur and Arthur Smith — landed head coaching jobs) and getting the most out of his players.
—Chad Graff, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laud
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The church members in attendance were also called to stand for applause as the pastor thanked them for making life pleasant for Carter in their church home.Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 10 Jan. 2025
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The host then played a clip of Harris announcing her own votes from California to more applause.Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
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Kotb and her colleagues applauded when the song finished, with Kotb thanking Kermit at its conclusion.Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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Others applauded Kris and James Armstrong’s selflessness in light of such sudden challenges.Susan Young, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Joseph Cohen May, director of the Los Angeles Housing Production Institute, praised this change as needed with or without the emergency.Liam Dillon, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
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The area rug has received thousands of five-star ratings from reviewers, with many praising its beauty and ability to withstand heavy foot traffic.Toni Sutton, People.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Some of her accolades include Three American Music Awards, two MTV Video Music Awards, and five Grammy nominations.Essence, Essence, 16 Jan. 2025
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These accolades underscore The Dixon Injury Firm's commitment to providing top-tier legal representation and achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients.William Jones, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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But Trump supporters hailed Underwood’s decision, and compared it (positively) to Taylor Swift endorsing Joe Biden last year.James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Jan. 2025
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Harris originally hails from California and represented the state as a senator before she was elected as President Joe Biden's vice president.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
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Since its beginning, Good World has celebrated one industry-rattling moment after another, from Charli graduating to arena headliner with her and Sivan’s in-demand Sweat Tour to Grande conquering new territory with Wicked.Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
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Our Test Kitchen turned these treats into adorable bunnies, which are a fun way to celebrate the Easter holiday.Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
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Rising like a giant Grim Creeper out of the glories of the industrial revolution, as the 1920s ended, was a tax establishment blowing away all previous standards.Brian Domitrovic, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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The legal system hasn’t covered itself in glory, either.The Editors, National Review, 10 Jan. 2025
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But her decision to exercise caution was one that was commended on social media.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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Newsom has commended Biden for not playing political games during disasters.Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Laud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laud. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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