as in praising
to say or write good things about (someone or something)
He was eulogized at his funeral as a great actor and a good friend.
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Recent Examples of eulogizing
Trump calls out political rivals in wide-ranging eulogy Trump vacillated between eulogizing Kirk, celebrating his political achievements, and taking shots at his rivals, including former President Joe Biden.
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N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025
Robby Soave delivers radar eulogizing conservative activist and founder of Tuning Point USA Charlie Kirk's shooting death.
—The Hill, 11 Sep. 2025
N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025
Robby Soave delivers radar eulogizing conservative activist and founder of Tuning Point USA Charlie Kirk's shooting death.
—The Hill, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eulogizing
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People in the comments responded jubilantly, praising the train for chowing down on another soul.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2025
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When the plug was pulled back in May, Congressman Brian Babin—a Texas Republican and chair of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee—issued a statement praising the move.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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Before Lorence’s recent comments about the DHS initiative, Abraham’s father and stepmother voiced their approval of the immigration takedown honoring his daughter.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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The duo has a fresh start on a new show, heralding in a new era while still honoring the past.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
23 Oct. 2025
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Traditional taxis are still available, but ride-hailing services are more convenient and easier to book, either in real-time or in advance.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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Despite hailing from across the pond, the savory — and occasionally sweet — dish has firmly cemented itself into the country’s cultural fabric, which makes a recent love for fusion twists on classic pizzas all the more fascinating.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Eulogizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eulogizing. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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