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as in praising
to declare enthusiastic approval of
the museum director hailed the artist's new installation as a groundbreaking work of genius
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as in summoning
to demand or request the presence or service of
let's hail a taxi hailed the waiter for the check
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Recent Examples of hailing
My group was a largely international lot, hailing from 12 countries—just shy of two-thirds came from the UK and the US—ranging in age from 18 to 89.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
Meanwhile, cooling growth in the gig economy is widening a divide within the blue-collar labor market, with the number of ride-hailing drivers, truck drivers, and livestreamers declining, Caixin said.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 15 June 2026
Performers hailing from this very coastline of Oahu told stories specific to the land the resort stands on, complete with fire dancing and an appearance by Mickey and Minnie.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The opera, an adaptation of Dorothy and DuBose Heyward’s play (itself an adaptation of the latter’s 1925 novel), tells the story of a disabled Black beggar hailing from Charleston, who attempts to rescue Bess from her drug dealer and controlling lover.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 14 June 2026
Google Maps integrates with Instacart for grocery delivery and Lyft for hailing a ride.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
Numerous local food options are also available within the Stadium itself, with restaurants and concessions stands hailing from California and the surrounding Santa Clara Valley.
—Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
The remote assistant advised hailing a new ride, which was 13 minutes away.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
The idea has precedents in digital business models that emphasise access over ownership — from music streaming to ride-hailing platforms.
—Heather Farmbrough, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
Meanwhile, cooling growth in the gig economy is widening a divide within the blue-collar labor market, with the number of ride-hailing drivers, truck drivers, and livestreamers declining, Caixin said.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 15 June 2026
Performers hailing from this very coastline of Oahu told stories specific to the land the resort stands on, complete with fire dancing and an appearance by Mickey and Minnie.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 15 June 2026
The opera, an adaptation of Dorothy and DuBose Heyward’s play (itself an adaptation of the latter’s 1925 novel), tells the story of a disabled Black beggar hailing from Charleston, who attempts to rescue Bess from her drug dealer and controlling lover.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 14 June 2026
Google Maps integrates with Instacart for grocery delivery and Lyft for hailing a ride.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 12 June 2026
Numerous local food options are also available within the Stadium itself, with restaurants and concessions stands hailing from California and the surrounding Santa Clara Valley.
—Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2026
The remote assistant advised hailing a new ride, which was 13 minutes away.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
The idea has precedents in digital business models that emphasise access over ownership — from music streaming to ride-hailing platforms.
—Heather Farmbrough, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hailing
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The plan was met with mixed reaction, with some praising Starmer for taking action and others questioning the effectiveness of a blanket ban.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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White House communications director Steven Cheung dodged a question about Hokit’s comments at the fight, pivoting to praising the fighter.—
Sydney Topf,
The Washington Examiner,
15 June 2026
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Happily, walking into Champagne Shack does not require summoning courage.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Railroad tracks frame the Escambia Bay shoreline, summoning an old-Florida nostalgia that just begs you to sit and stay awhile.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
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Sunday night’s ceremony offered a different message — Broadway is willing to work with Rudin, but applauding him is still a bridge too far.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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The rescue also drew praise on social media, with many users applauding Myron's quick actions and willingness to help a stranger.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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During a press conference last week, Lamont issued his own proposal to require that electric utilities seek regular approval to continue operating in Connecticut but stopped short of calling for a public takeover.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
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Raccoons living in your home can be detrimental in a variety of ways, and calling a professional to help remove them is a good idea.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
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The case involved schoolchildren whose religious beliefs prevented them from saluting the American flag and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Diana attended this event as a member of the Royal Family from 1981 to 1992, then saluting Queen Elizabeth II, without ever missing a single one.—
Giorgia Olivieri,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
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Birding has gone fully mainstream in 2026, and millions of new converts are asking the same beginner questions.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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County staff, led by planning director Todd Smith, gave an extensive presentation during Tuesday’s meeting with supervisors periodically asking questions.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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“Hailing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hailing. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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