honored

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He died at his home in Woodstock, New York, on Monday afternoon according to a statement from his publicist, who called him "one of the most honored and influential figures in American music".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The only mention of vaccines is a page emphasizing that state exemptions, such as for religious reasons, must be honored.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

“We wish it were under different circumstances, but we are honored to care for you while you reside in our beautiful state.”

From Slate • May 14, 2026

In November 2017, Xi honored Trump by making him the first foreign leader to dine in Beijing’s Forbidden City since the founding of modern China in 1949.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Even if the Athenians did banish him, very soon after his death they honored him as no other mortal.

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