extolling

Example Sentences

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The president is extolling the virtues of the East Wing ballroom.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Moolenaar said “we treasure” the Declaration of Independence, but didn’t say why, and spent more time extolling the virtues of prayer breakfasts.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

Saylor has been anxious to promote the preferred stock, extolling its high-yield/ low volatility returns.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

He devoted most of his 13-page report to extolling the Declaration of Independence as the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

Brother Mance would pace the floor, extolling my abilities with pen and paper.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright