praise
noun
the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
praising
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present participleof praise.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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A former police chief himself, he said it was clear from Raman’s debate remarks that she was praising Special Order 40 and not Gates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
“Sensible cat books,” Spark once said, “are devoted to praising the cat for its catness.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
"We are deeply sad about this outcome," the statement said, praising the three researchers' contributions and "their willingness to speak up and challenge ideas."
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
Screenshots of the new policy have been widely shared and commented on across social media - with some praising it as advancing good manners or "model welfare".
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
That we should use that energy for praising the Lord.
From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia
