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as in to drool
to make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm
she raved about the Mother's Day breakfast of cold coffee and burnt toast that her young children had proudly set before her
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as in to huff
to talk loudly and wildly
a man stood outside city hall raving like a lunatic about his tax bill
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as in applause
often raves plural
enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval
the books have received even more raves from parents than from the kids they were written for
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Recent Examples of rave
Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 10 Jan. 2025
Users rave about its amazing (medium, buildable) coverage and lightweight finish—perfect for full glam or daily wear.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Tupelo Park City wins raves for its elegant take on farm-fresh cuisine.
—AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024
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Shoppers rave about the thick, high-density cushions to the sofa, which are not only comfortable but also waterproof and easy to clean—a game-changer for keeping your set fresh from season to season.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 10 Jan. 2025
Users rave about its amazing (medium, buildable) coverage and lightweight finish—perfect for full glam or daily wear.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
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At its core is a commitment to streets, raves, culture and community.
—Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Tupelo Park City wins raves for its elegant take on farm-fresh cuisine.
—AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024
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In babies and toddlers, the first signs, such as drooling and scratching, may appear mild.Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025
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Public health officials are urging residents who may have fed their pets Monarch raw products or other raw meat or dairy products, and who may have noticed their pet acting peculiar — lethargic, loss of motor control, drooling, etc. — to immediately contact their veterinarian.Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
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That’s also why his obsessive huffing on a locket holding a lock of hair from Lily-Rose Depp’s Ellen, the woman he’s been obsessed with since her youth, is so unexpectedly funny.Vulture Staff, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
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Pad see ew huffed with smokiness, the wok hei seared so deeply into the wide noodles that its potency could withstand even the indignities of carryout containers.Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2024
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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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The Weeknd gushes when talking about his co-stars, Ortega and Keoghan.Jem Aswad, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
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When they were connected, Barbaro nervously gushed that Baez deserved her own movie.Michael Schulman, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
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Boston sent enough double-teams for Edwards to rant about the style the strategy forces him to play.Jay King, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
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At one point, Order member David Lane even phoned into Berg’s show to rant about a Jewish plot to take over the world.Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 6 Dec. 2024
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Republicans gave a standing ovation in the chamber when Vice President Harris, who lost the election, announced Trump’s official victory.The Hill Staff, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
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Republicans cheered for Trump, and Democrats responded with a large ovation for her.Ted Johnson, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2025
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Palmieri also has a 16-team no-trade list but, like Nelson, certainly should not be fussed about being moved to a Cup contender for a few months.Arthur Staple, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
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Later that day, the boys fuss around their grandmother at the dinner table.Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Sep. 2024
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Experiment with different feedback styles, like balancing praise with constructive input.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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El Camino Real goalkeeper Anthony Salmeron received special praise from coach Ian Kogan.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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“Rave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rave. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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