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as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the speaker introduced the evening's honored guest with a lavish salutation
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as in salute
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
began the discussion with a gracious salutation to the distinguished assembly
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Recent Examples of salutation
The only surviving note from Dickinson to her father was written just before his death—and is blank:
Dear Father—
Emily—
Between the salutation and the signature, the editors point out, are two pinholes.
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Kamran Javadizadeh, The New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2024
There is even a gym on a lower floor, as well as yoga mats for sunrise sun salutations, bluetooth speakers and daily maid service.
—Jenny Southan, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2024
The salutation sparked an argument, then fisticuffs as the suspects punched the victim in the face and body, according to cops.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
Think of Leigh’s subsequent sculpture as a monument to its headless-ness — at once a mockery of Joséphine’s thoughtless ignorance and a captivating salutation to the actual power of symbolic resistance.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2024
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Kamran Javadizadeh, The New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2024
There is even a gym on a lower floor, as well as yoga mats for sunrise sun salutations, bluetooth speakers and daily maid service.
—Jenny Southan, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2024
The salutation sparked an argument, then fisticuffs as the suspects punched the victim in the face and body, according to cops.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
Think of Leigh’s subsequent sculpture as a monument to its headless-ness — at once a mockery of Joséphine’s thoughtless ignorance and a captivating salutation to the actual power of symbolic resistance.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salutation
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Earlier this month, the Italian brand celebrated the Chinese New Year with a new campaign featuring global brand ambassadors Ni Ni and Xiao Zhan, paying tribute to family, tradition and the symbolic renewal of the Year of the Snake.—
Luisa Zargani,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
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Subtle nude tones throughout the space pay tribute to the designer’s signature color palette, adding a touch of his timeless elegance to the experience.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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Neither Walz nor Harris performed a Nazi salute, which consists of raising one's right arm in the air with the palm facing down, according to the Wiener Holocaust Library.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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His straight-arm gesture sparked widespread backlash, with critics accusing Musk of mimicking a Nazi salute and some accusing him of harboring Nazi-adjacent views.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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That’s to say nothing of Conclave’s performances, art direction, costuming, and cinematography, all of which are worthy of commendation.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
26 Dec. 2024
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Catch up quick: Republicans wrested control of Hillsborough County from Democrats in 2022 and have leveraged that power to torpedo Pride commendations, slash affordable housing programs and more.—
Yacob Reyes,
Axios,
1 Nov. 2024
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The parties are hoping for more holiday greetings as Nosferatu was also released on Christmas Day and went on to become an improbable hit.—
Borys Kit,
The Hollywood Reporter,
22 Jan. 2025
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The gesture was popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries through artworks and theatrical performances, depicting Romans using the salute as an alleged customary greeting.—
Flynn Nicholls,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Cole Ellison, 28, of Worchester Street in Siloam Springs was released from custody on citation after his arrest.—
Tracy Neal,
arkansasonline.com,
20 Jan. 2025
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Creole Soul Restaurant and Bar, 2026 Broadway in Sacramento, had 10 citations on Wednesday, Jan. 15.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Jan. 2025
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Jokes are usually emphasized by dramatic music cutting out (à la comedy movie trailers), a trick that overstays its welcome.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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According to a friend of Jason Kelce, the Swift-Kelce crew did not receive the warmest welcome from Bills fans during last year's Chiefs-Bills playoff game.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
26 Jan. 2025
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The artists could have picked punk rock instead of choir hymns, traveling around dive bars recording punks screaming about anarchy and smashing up their gear.—
Oskar Oprey,
Artforum,
28 Jan. 2025
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Anyone interested in performing hymns with Frost and the Village Community Chorale should contact the church music ministries coordinator, Twyla Arant, at twylaa@villagechurch.org.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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The photo was a clear homage to their 1989 film When Harry Met Sally: Crystal, 76, wears a sweater like Harry’s iconic one in the movie and the set resembles the one used for the interviews in the rom-com.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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While Schrader has filmed plenty of homages to Pickpocket’s ending, The Card Counter’s final image — two fingers divided by glass, physically separated but emotionally linked — mines new cathartic depths. 13.—
Vikram Murthi,
Vulture,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Salutation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutation. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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