as in to commend
to express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune
let me be the first to congratulate you on winning the award
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Recent Examples of congratulate
When the news broke, the Sirens star didn't exactly congratulate his friends.
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 9 July 2025
The Academy congratulates the 20 local park and recreation agencies, the four armed forces installations, and the three state park systems on receiving the Finalist award.
—Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 8 July 2025
Ushakov said Trump told Putin about his $4.5-trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill, and the Russian leader wished him success in pursuing his plans and also congratulated the U.S. on the Independence Day holiday.
—Vladimir Isachenkov, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
Among those congratulating Affleck on Instagram are her Mormon Wives co-stars, and fellow moms-to-be Mayci Neeley and Mikayla Matthews.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 3 July 2025
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Allison Degrushe Published, EW.com, 9 July 2025
The Academy congratulates the 20 local park and recreation agencies, the four armed forces installations, and the three state park systems on receiving the Finalist award.
—Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 8 July 2025
Ushakov said Trump told Putin about his $4.5-trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill, and the Russian leader wished him success in pursuing his plans and also congratulated the U.S. on the Independence Day holiday.
—Vladimir Isachenkov, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
Among those congratulating Affleck on Instagram are her Mormon Wives co-stars, and fellow moms-to-be Mayci Neeley and Mikayla Matthews.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congratulate
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Scott commended the efforts of bystanders, many of whom stepped in to help injured strangers.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
20 July 2025
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In commending the souls of the deceased to the loving mercy of Almighty God, the Holy Father prays for the consolation of those who grieve and for the recovery of the injured.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
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While a lot of residents in the post cheered Trader Joe’s, others wanted its rival, Aldi, to move in.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
21 July 2025
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Scheffler made his way over with the Claret Jug in hand and picked up his son, with the crowd cheering once more.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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In this sweet, candid moment, Lopez hugs her babies while backstage on the Marry Me set.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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Mothers crying out loud for their children, and fathers hugging their children close to their chests.—
Troy Onyango,
Time,
24 July 2025
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Almost immediately, my friends complimented them and proceeded to each buy a pair themselves.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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The exchange followed a pattern of foreign leaders complimenting Trump.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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Wiegman generally hates talking about individual players, but goes out of her way to praise Bronze’s competitive spirit.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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Joel’s political statement was praised by his ex-wife, model Christie Brinkley, in an Instagram post at the time.—
Emlyn Travis Published,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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