salute
Example Sentences
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It’s not merely trendy psychologizing to salute the qualities of a sturdy tree: a humbling reminder of time’s immensity, but also a living embodiment of shelter, change and growth.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
At Thursday’s ceremony outside Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, Trump received a 21-gun salute while a Chinese military band played both countries’ national anthems.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The US leader was greeted with a gun salute, cheering children and a tour of the stunning 15th Century Temple of Heaven.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
The Chinese were careful to appeal to Trump's love of pomp, greeting him with marching bands, soldiers in lockstep and a cannon salute that echoed through Tiananmen Square.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Elliot took a half second longer than everyone else to salute, since he was still staring at me like I had four heads.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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