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as in praised
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the critics have lauded the best-selling author's newest novel
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as in celebrated
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 lauded
Francesca Chambers White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt lauded Secret Service agents who jumped into action on Saturday evening to protect the president.
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Christopher Cann, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Fox’s leadership has been universally lauded, but it’s been odd at times watching the Spurs play so well without even needing their 27-year-old two-time All-Star and one-time All-NBA point guard to play like it on the court.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Wardlow lauded the performance of his pitcher.
—Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Brundidge lauded the production team.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
One of the worst things that can happen to a young and evidently talented author is to be lauded too enthusiastically too soon.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
In assessing Tuesday’s practice, Chesney lauded the attention to detail.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
The man who died was lauded as a healthcare advocate.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Sleek, easy to clean, and resistant to deep cuts over time, these metal boards are lauded for their durability compared to plastic.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026
Christopher Cann, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Fox’s leadership has been universally lauded, but it’s been odd at times watching the Spurs play so well without even needing their 27-year-old two-time All-Star and one-time All-NBA point guard to play like it on the court.
—Christian Clark, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Wardlow lauded the performance of his pitcher.
—Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Brundidge lauded the production team.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
One of the worst things that can happen to a young and evidently talented author is to be lauded too enthusiastically too soon.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
In assessing Tuesday’s practice, Chesney lauded the attention to detail.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026
The man who died was lauded as a healthcare advocate.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Sleek, easy to clean, and resistant to deep cuts over time, these metal boards are lauded for their durability compared to plastic.
—Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lauded
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In his post-match press conference, Arteta praised the courage of his players to play short, even after the Emirates crowd weren’t pleased with how that first move failed.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The outlet praised a few heartier combinations, such as the Steakhouse Salad Stuffer, but argued against the value.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Last season, the team also had 15 seniors who celebrated graduation in their caps and gowns after winning the 6A title.—
Gary Curreri,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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In the spring of 1986, Nataliia and Valerii celebrated their fifteenth wedding anniversary.—
Lizzie Johnson,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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Was any draft decision of this team’s past quarter-century applauded more than Tua Tagovailoa over Justin Herbert?—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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The audience laughed and applauded.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Medical science has blessed our generation with an abundance of preventive methods — including vaccines — and treatments that enable a far greater percentage of us to live longer and healthier lives than our forebears.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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But we’re blessed that nobody was hurt.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
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Yet if Charlie Baker walked into that convention hall on Saturday, he no doubt would be hailed as a hero.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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Both leaders hailed the agreement as an example for other EU partners to follow and boost the 27-member bloc’s competitiveness.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His latest work, The Hills of California, was critically acclaimed on Broadway and in the West End.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Today, the album is still regarded as one of the most influential and critically acclaimed projects of the 21st century, often cited for redefining the visual album format and reshaping modern pop and R&B storytelling.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Lauded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lauded. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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