lauding

verb

Definition of laudingnext
present participle of laud
1
as in praising
to declare enthusiastic approval of the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel

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2
as in celebrating
to proclaim the glory of the nation's people were expected to laud the dictator at every opportunity

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  1. applauding
  2. celebrating
  3. hailing
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  • Osbourne’s statement was championed in her comments section, with followers applauding her honesty.
    Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The crowd ate it up, applauding the 44-year-old Shazam!
    Benjamin Svetkey, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Oct. 2024
Definition of applauding
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  • Britney Spears is celebrating self-love in her latest social media post.
    Becca Longmire, People.com, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Last, recognizing and celebrating achievements, especially during challenging times, boosts morale and builds a resilient team.
    Bryant Richardson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of celebrating
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  • That interest expanded to include autonomous vehicles after Yandex’s ride-hailing division, Yandex Taxi, acquired all of Uber’s business in Russia in 2017.
    Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Originally hailing from Senegal, Serigne threw himself into the abyss of fine dining, studying under the greats, all the while carrying his country with him.
    Kwame Onwuachi, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of hailing
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