as in homage
a show of respect or acknowledgement of the authority or importance of another
They made obeisance before the king and queen. She earned herself some political enemies when she failed to make the proper obeisance to those in power.
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Recent Examples of obeisance
The mayor’s opponents quickly cast it as an obvious act of obeisance that could be damaging to Mr. Adams’s political brand.
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Dana Rubinstein, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
One of the West’s most glaring vulnerabilities to the influence of Russia—and China and Iran—is Hungary’s self-abnegating obeisance to those countries.
—Mitch McConnell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Former New York Times journalists Bari Weiss, Nellie Bowles and Adam Rubinstein have each described Times editors who demanded Hafez Assad-like obeisance to certain Political Truths Of The Left and who brooked little departure from them.
—Jeff Robbins, Boston Herald, 14 Oct. 2024
But the former president’s obeisance to Cohn’s Rule No. 3 — claim victory, never admit defeat — dealt the project a setback.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
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Dana Rubinstein, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
One of the West’s most glaring vulnerabilities to the influence of Russia—and China and Iran—is Hungary’s self-abnegating obeisance to those countries.
—Mitch McConnell, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Former New York Times journalists Bari Weiss, Nellie Bowles and Adam Rubinstein have each described Times editors who demanded Hafez Assad-like obeisance to certain Political Truths Of The Left and who brooked little departure from them.
—Jeff Robbins, Boston Herald, 14 Oct. 2024
But the former president’s obeisance to Cohn’s Rule No. 3 — claim victory, never admit defeat — dealt the project a setback.
—Chris Lee, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obeisance
Noun
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The idea of dreaming up an extensive book charting decades of Black fashion history is an homage to the unheard voices and the figures who paved their journeys over the course of their lives.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
28 Feb. 2025
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The look was perfected using five OPI shades, including the cobalt blue hue, Fiyero's My Mani, from the brand's Wicked collection. 04 of 07 Best Nod to Old Hollywood Glamour: Selena Gomez Nearly every awards show, there seems to be an homage to the gorgeous looks of decades past.—
Jackie Fields,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This level of preparation shows respect for the prospect’s time and builds credibility. 4.—
Samuel Darwin,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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In both respects, Lara's surname is likely to be a significant asset.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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But the whole idea of having the presenter salute each actor should have been scrapped across the board!—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
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Musk's actions since President Donald Trump's second inauguration have prompted protests against Tesla in some quarters, including a case in Germany in which protesters projected Musk making his controversial gesture that many accused of being a Nazi salute.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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The celebrity casting this season was particularly striking with a nod to the British talent featured throughout, adding an element of surprise and delight, from Alexa Chung, Fiona Shaw and Bel Powley at Simone Rocha to Richard E. Grant, Lesley Manville, Jason Isaacs and Naomi Campbell at Burberry.—
Tianwei Zhang,
WWD,
25 Feb. 2025
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Indeed, its tonal balance feels of a piece with the playwright’s personality—erudition and prudent attention to identity and representation leavened with irreverent nods to his throat chakra, The Artist’s Way, and teen soaps on The WB.—
Marley Marius,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The adjustable buckle accommodates different sizes and bows.—
Erin Cavoto,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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Not into bows, candy colors, or contrasting trim but love the ease of a slipper-like shoe?—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
2 Mar. 2025
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High Intrinsic Worth: Because production cost was high, each page carried weight and was often treated with reverence.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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At Zwirner, a dimly gallery gives these solemn figures an air of reverence, with the stitched fabric and found objects of The Last Transmission (2024) resembling an offering to someone departed.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Obeisance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obeisance. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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