feted

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In other quarters, however, the news is being feted as long overdue.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

During his first term, China feted him like a favorite prince with various ceremonies: a private tour of the Forbidden City, followed by a performance by the Peking Opera and a huge state dinner.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

It’s a query that McCarthy, who came of age — and amassed megawatt fame — as a 1980s heartthrob in films like “Class” and “Pretty in Pink” before transitioning to feted author, longs to address.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Some 20 players from the men's team were feted in the Oval Office at the White House and again at Trump's speech before a joint session of Congress.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

He was feted by heads of state and featured in newspapers and magazines all over the world.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers