salute
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Angèle’s narrative never catches fire and while Anei is striking as Ada, that section of the film feels slightly patronizing, reducing this immigrant tale to yet another strained salute to perseverance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
Military personnel salute those who outrank them, but all military personnel, regardless of rank, salute Medal of Honor recipients.
From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026
"See… I recovered," the subsistence farmer said as he raised his hands in the air three times in a victory salute and in praise of God.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
This year’s event included a salute to the armed forces, with the official songs of the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026
“She’s having fun, Freddy. Relax,” Bridget said, curling iron in hand, nearly frying her dirty-blond hair, elbow out like a salute.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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