tub-thumping

verb

Definition of tub-thumpingnext
present participle of tub-thump
as in advertising
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively the studio is going all out to tub-thump its latest summer blockbuster

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  1. announcing
  2. promoting
  3. touting
Verb
  • The document services provider added nearly 7% after announcing its acquisition of printer maker Lexmark.
    Alex Harring, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This year, professional wrestling has had multiple viral moments, ranging from Joe Hendry making his WWE debut to John Cena announcing his retirement tour for 2025.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of announcing
Verb
  • Each film is an immersive experience, taking viewers behind the scenes and under the surface of the sea, revealing the dangers these marine environments face, promoting ocean literacy and championing change.
    Luisa Zargani, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Meanwhile Russia is promoting drone awareness in children in other ways, down to children’s cartoons in which characters use their videogame skills to pilot drones delivering toys.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of promoting
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  • Featuring a trendy square neckline and thick, supportive straps, this bodysuit has a luxurious, peach fuzz-like texture that’s soft to the touch while still touting the sweat-wicking, quick-drying power of Lululemon’s other Nulu pieces.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
  • In the meantime, some of Apple’s domestic rivals have been touting their own AI features that are available on devices now.
    Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of touting
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