honored

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This mix indicates that the sanctuary likely served as an important regional center where multiple deities were honored.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

"I am honored to be the first president to finally get this much-needed project, which is on time and under budget, underway."

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Mr. Hedges invents a lilting melody for “Pinto,” a lyric that had been collected by Lomax, and has honored accordion player Josh Baca take the lead on the Mexican-tinged sound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The Apollo honored Shepard on its marquee Tuesday, remembering her as a “true Apollo legend.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Tantalus was the son of Zeus and honored by the gods beyond all the mortal children of Zeus.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton