as in recognizing
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the newlyweds were honored with a dinner given by the bride's grandmother
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Recent Examples of honoring
For her, restoring land is not only about outcomes but also about honoring the people, legacies, and communities that depend on it.
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Held at the historic Lido Theater in Newport Beach, the event will showcase a dynamic lineup of events, honoring both established and emerging talent in television.
—William Earl, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
Nate, on the other hand, just needed to show up in something simple but elevated (while honoring Jacob Elordi’s impenetrable Bottega Veneta contract), so he’s styled in a custom Bottega Veneta tuxedo.
—Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2026
In 2024, she was awarded the Premio Raimondo Rezzonico at the Locarno Film Festival, honoring her contributions to international film production.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2026
Allen was in possession of a handgun and knives and traveled from Los Angeles to Washington by train to crash the annual event honoring journalists’ coverage of the White House.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 27 Apr. 2026
Community members picked up paintbrushes in Philadelphia's Gayborhood inside Voyeur Nightclub on Saturday to help bring a new mural honoring five LGBTQ+ trailblazers to life — an effort organizers say is rooted in both remembrance and representation.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
The Mandelstam School in South Miami recently went viral after its third graders performed a dance inspired by and honoring Pakistani culture.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Classic films from the likes of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, as well as Ken Loach, will be among the ways the fest will fete the dual anniversaries, along with an exhibition, a photo exhibition honoring later former president Václav Havel.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Held at the historic Lido Theater in Newport Beach, the event will showcase a dynamic lineup of events, honoring both established and emerging talent in television.
—William Earl, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
Nate, on the other hand, just needed to show up in something simple but elevated (while honoring Jacob Elordi’s impenetrable Bottega Veneta contract), so he’s styled in a custom Bottega Veneta tuxedo.
—Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2026
In 2024, she was awarded the Premio Raimondo Rezzonico at the Locarno Film Festival, honoring her contributions to international film production.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2026
Allen was in possession of a handgun and knives and traveled from Los Angeles to Washington by train to crash the annual event honoring journalists’ coverage of the White House.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 27 Apr. 2026
Community members picked up paintbrushes in Philadelphia's Gayborhood inside Voyeur Nightclub on Saturday to help bring a new mural honoring five LGBTQ+ trailblazers to life — an effort organizers say is rooted in both remembrance and representation.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
The Mandelstam School in South Miami recently went viral after its third graders performed a dance inspired by and honoring Pakistani culture.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Classic films from the likes of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, as well as Ken Loach, will be among the ways the fest will fete the dual anniversaries, along with an exhibition, a photo exhibition honoring later former president Václav Havel.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for honoring
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Viewing incarceration and homelessness through a compassionate lens leads to solutions focused on rehabilitation and support, recognizing systemic causes.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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Rebuilding public trust starts with recognizing the reality that trust in law enforcement remains strong nationwide.—
Sierra van der Brug,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Following his death, Pickler released a statement thanking her fans for their support.—
Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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By thanking them and seeming to be delighted with their choices.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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Aurora Mayor John Laesch, crediting Villa and local rapid response groups, pointed to recent efforts to come together in response to what’s been going on at the national level.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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In the middle of widespread destruction across North Texas, one Wise County man is crediting his neighbors with saving his life.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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These were all things the Storm should have been celebrating afterward, but yet, for the second week in a row, the coaches and players will be headed back to the film room to figure out what went wrong.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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The movie, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary on May 3, showed us how to use our magic and morals to decide whether to embrace necromancy and the occult.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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But Friday and Saturday were devoted to commemorating Scott’s life.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
2 May 2026
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The Ridge Historic District, known for its many historic homes, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with 61 new banners commemorating its place in history, as well as some festivities.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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“Honoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honoring. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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