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as in announced
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
a new cleaning agent touted as the only product a homeowner needs for all his or her cleaning chores
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as in praised
to declare enthusiastic approval of
statements from several former patients touting the doctor's alleged cancer cure
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as in promoted
to provide publicity for
an avalanche of ads touting the new movie
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Recent Examples of touted
During the event at Bob Hope Patriotic Hall downtown, Bass and the others touted the recent reversal of a federal regulation that excluded some disabled veterans from receiving housing subsidies.
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David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 4 Jan. 2025
Having a glass of wine a day has been often touted as a healthy choice for your heart.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
Recognized for its flavorful conchas, multigrain breads and seasonal pastries, Gusto Bread in Long Beach was touted as a neighborhood panaderia inspired by Mexican and Indigenous traditions.
—Kendrick Marshall, Sacramento Bee, 4 Jan. 2025
They’re frequently touted for superior taste, usually at a higher price point.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
New alt proteins were touted as a sustainable and healthy alternative to industrial scale meat production, with the potential to reduce climate emissions, pollution, and disease.
—Marianne Krasny, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The President-elect’s endorsement of Johnson—touted repeatedly from the floor as lawmakers cast their votes—proved insufficient for the instant assembly but ultimately got him across the finish line.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 3 Jan. 2025
The company, in response, touted some recent improvements in market share and sales and in reducing inventory, which has become a big drag on the company.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
At the time, the police's report was touted by Thao as an accomplishment for the city.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 4 Jan. 2025
Having a glass of wine a day has been often touted as a healthy choice for your heart.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2025
Recognized for its flavorful conchas, multigrain breads and seasonal pastries, Gusto Bread in Long Beach was touted as a neighborhood panaderia inspired by Mexican and Indigenous traditions.
—Kendrick Marshall, Sacramento Bee, 4 Jan. 2025
They’re frequently touted for superior taste, usually at a higher price point.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
New alt proteins were touted as a sustainable and healthy alternative to industrial scale meat production, with the potential to reduce climate emissions, pollution, and disease.
—Marianne Krasny, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
The President-elect’s endorsement of Johnson—touted repeatedly from the floor as lawmakers cast their votes—proved insufficient for the instant assembly but ultimately got him across the finish line.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 3 Jan. 2025
The company, in response, touted some recent improvements in market share and sales and in reducing inventory, which has become a big drag on the company.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
At the time, the police's report was touted by Thao as an accomplishment for the city.
—Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touted
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Research Institutes and Other Initiatives The College of William & Mary announced a $100 million gift that will be used to establish the Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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That 10-year uptick was reported in a paper in 2023, while the American Association of Variable Star Observers announced T CrB’s pre-eruption dip in April 2024.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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He was promoted to assistant city manager in 2013.Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 3 Jan. 2025
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Pippen was promoted from his two-way deal to a roster contract and has played every game for a team with the second-best record in the West.Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
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It's not always advertised, so reach out and ask about it.Malaka Gharib, NPR, 4 Jan. 2025
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In true influencer style, Meghan could also use her Instagram account to generate income, with companies paying up to $1 million to be advertised in one of her posts, the Daily Mail reported.Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 2 Jan. 2025
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An 8-year-old boy is being hailed as a hero after saving the life of his choking friend in the elementary school cafeteria.Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Critics have hailed her performance in the film as one of the best of her career.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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The number of days a house stayed on the market before being sold jumped by one day, from seven in November of 2023, to eight last month.Sherry Greenfield, Baltimore Sun, 28 Dec. 2024
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The winning ticket was sold in Cottonwood, California, according to a news release.Aaron Valdez, The Enquirer, 28 Dec. 2024
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Aung Shine Oo/AP The United States and its partners applauded these developments and, with good reason, took pride in helping advance them.Derek Mitchell, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile Clarksville was applauded for its offerings for tourists and locals alike while making room for new businesses like hotels and restaurants.Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Touted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touted. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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