as in to commend
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
let me be the first to congratulate you on winning the award
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Recent Examples of congratulate
Several people shared comments congratulating the dog on starting his next chapter.
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Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
Jennifer Aniston reportedly found out about the wedding through news sources and went to congratulate her ex.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Mar. 2025
And once again, his mom was first to congratulate him.
—Clare Fisher, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
The monarch, wearing a red tie and an Order of Canada lapel pin, congratulated Carney on his recent victory.
—Rob Gillies, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
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Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
Jennifer Aniston reportedly found out about the wedding through news sources and went to congratulate her ex.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 18 Mar. 2025
And once again, his mom was first to congratulate him.
—Clare Fisher, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
The monarch, wearing a red tie and an Order of Canada lapel pin, congratulated Carney on his recent victory.
—Rob Gillies, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for congratulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congratulate
Verb
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Pascal commended Kaitlyn Dever, who joined Season 2 as the character Abby.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2025
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A number of fans and celebrity supporters commended her for speaking out about her faith and promoting prayer.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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One thing making the rounds are people filming in their theaters, recording kids clapping and cheering and shouting out meme lines during the film, which even if theaters may annoy some these days, is far from the average experience.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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What started as five Dreamers sharing quickly grew to 15-20, as their peers and others in the crowd grew more invested in the stories, cheering each one on.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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My friend hugged me quickly and ran off consumed with hosting duties.—
Time,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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Ovechkin then hugged team equipment and training staff on the bench and went through a handshake line with the Islanders as crew members set up for the 895 ceremony.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This mirror measures 24 inches in diameter, and features a rounded wooden frame with white beaded accents that can compliment any room or home aesthetic.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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Porsha was on theme for the party and wore a fuchsia pink gown covered with sequins that complimented her baby girl’s dress.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
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Vintage Year In another vintage year for CPH:FORUM, many industry delegates praised the high quality and variety of projects pitched.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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Participants frequently praise Finland’s egalitarian business culture and efficient decision-making processes.—
Jessica Mendoza,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Congratulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congratulate. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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