as in homage
a show of respect or acknowledgement of the authority or importance of another
They made obeisance before the king and queen. She earned herself some political enemies when she failed to make the proper obeisance to those in power.
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Recent Examples of obeisance
The week before, Good trekked with Trump to court for a display of obeisance.
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Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 31 May 2024
Other actors picked up Brando’s mannerisms: the twitchy immediacy, the cavalier way with dialogue, an obeisance to the Method, disdain for the press.
—Ty Burr, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
But positioning her as Ethan’s maybe-girlfriend — as if in obeisance to and at the same time defiance of some foundational rule of musical theater — undoes that work.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 6 Feb. 2024
Even in social life, this does not require thanks, and in your office, doing so would seem to accept it as obeisance.
—Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2024
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Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 31 May 2024
Other actors picked up Brando’s mannerisms: the twitchy immediacy, the cavalier way with dialogue, an obeisance to the Method, disdain for the press.
—Ty Burr, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024
But positioning her as Ethan’s maybe-girlfriend — as if in obeisance to and at the same time defiance of some foundational rule of musical theater — undoes that work.
—Jesse Green, New York Times, 6 Feb. 2024
Even in social life, this does not require thanks, and in your office, doing so would seem to accept it as obeisance.
—Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2024
See all Example Sentences for obeisance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obeisance
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The plush, one-bedroom Park Avenue suite is an homage to the Waldorf Astoria’s Art Deco history, which began in 1931 when the hotel made its debut.Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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Kamel’s film represents both an apology and an homage to the man who provided a steady and steadying influence in her life.Alissa Simon, Variety, 7 Dec. 2024
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Two and a Half Men creator Chuck Lorre has nothing but respect for Charlie Sheen.Joelle Goldstein, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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To watch Wilson’s play unfold—whether onstage or on the screen— is to feel the intensity of his respect for Bearden’s artistry, and for the musical traditions imbued in both of their works.Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
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First teaching, and then drilling me on the correct way to stand at attention and salute (the whole hair and makeup team joyfully participated in this part).Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Charles' birthday is also being marked with gun salutes at the Tower of London and in the capital's parks.Staff and wire reports, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
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But Tucci, a three-time Globes nominee, didn’t ride the film’s coattails to a fourth nod for his scene-stealing role as an outspokenly liberal cardinal.Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
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While none of its TV fare was recognized, A24 beat its tally from last year by landing 12 nods in the movie categories.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
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The outcome was less froufrou compared to previous efforts that were rich in bows, ruffles, flounces and patchworks, as the more streamlined hybrids better expressed the rigor of the theme.Sandra Salibian, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024
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Individually wrapped for freshness, this basket is adorned with a gold bow, ideal for gifting.Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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But less interesting doesn’t mean less impactful, as Foxx imbues with solemn reverence the emotional turmoil of re-learning to stand, walk, and clean himself.Lucy Ford, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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Many took pictures and selfies in front of the altar, the baptistery and vibrant rose windows, their joy mingling with reverence.THOMAS ADAMSON AND SYLVIE CORBET THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Obeisance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obeisance. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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