1
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
the speaker introduced the evening's honored guest with a lavish salutation
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2
as in salute
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
began the discussion with a gracious salutation to the distinguished assembly
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Recent Examples of salutation
Those two words — Philly's affectionate salutation — have taken on deeper meaning as the city grapples with the aftermath of a tragedy that killed seven people and injured dozens more.
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Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 7 Feb. 2025
Sun Salutations The sun salutations are a group of poses focused on moving the body.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2024
Feel like sleeping in rather than rising for sun salutations?
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025
The King and Queen's office was first to announce the news about Athena's arrival with a statement on social media, and Princess Beatrice's younger sister, Princess Eugenie, sent salutations on Instagram.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 7 Feb. 2025
Sun Salutations The sun salutations are a group of poses focused on moving the body.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2024
Feel like sleeping in rather than rising for sun salutations?
—Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025
The King and Queen's office was first to announce the news about Athena's arrival with a statement on social media, and Princess Beatrice's younger sister, Princess Eugenie, sent salutations on Instagram.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for salutation
Noun
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Before the music began, Watanabe paid tribute to Minnesota Orchestra viola player Ken Freed, who died on June 29 while running in a sprint triathlon.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
11 July 2025
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Despite its departure from standard Superman imagery, Smallville consistently paid tribute to earlier adaptations.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Musk came under fire himself in January after giving a straight-arm salute at a rally celebrating Trump’s inauguration.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 July 2025
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Once at Windsor, King Charles and Queen Camilla will formally welcome the couple at the Royal Dais, on Datchet Road, as a royal salute is fired in the Home Park in Windsor and at the Tower of London.—
Isaac Bickerstaff,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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Chris Copan was presented with a letter of commendation at the town’s annual Town Meeting for his actions at Woburn District Court on April 14.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
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In keeping with tradition, the Mass will include a homily and communion and end with a final commendation and farewell.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2025
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Hayes always recommends exchanging a simple and polite greeting when entering a vendor’s stall.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 July 2025
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For $75, fans can get a personalized video greeting from Lynn offering his best wishes, encouragement or whatever else one desires (within reason).—
Bill Speros,
Boston Herald,
15 June 2025
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The south Sacramento numbers were part of the more than 34,500 citations issued by the CHP statewide during the patrol’s Independence Day weekend enforcement crackdown.—
Darrell Smith
July 9,
Sacbee.com,
9 July 2025
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Should the city see any revenue collected from citations, the money is supposed to be reinvested in traffic safety programs.—
Shawn Raymundo,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
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More than enough does in this entertaining new direction, but at times Superman suffers from overload, much like Gunns’ Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, which wore out its welcome with Vol. 3 where Rocket unfortunately got the Babe: Pig in the City treatment.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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For those who aren't currently Amazon Prime members, this elevated welcome offer makes now a good time to sign up for the Prime Visa.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
8 July 2025
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The hymns also describe the inhabitants as being respectful to foreigners.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
2 July 2025
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About 50 people, sitting either on lawn chairs, benches or blankets, spread out across the lawn in front of the stage at Riverview Park in Lake Station to participate in the service, which included faith leaders speaking to the crowd and hymns between each speaker.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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This Windy City homage features mustard, relish, tomatoes, sport peppers, onions, celery salt, and a pickle spear on a poppy seed bun.—
Nasha Smith,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Princess Kate made a fashion statement by sporting Christian Dior for the first time, paying homage with a diplomatic nod to the renowned French brand.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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“Salutation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutation. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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