laud
verb (used with object)
to praise; extol.
had lauded
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past perfectof laud.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had lauded the bravery of the women, vowing they would be welcomed with open arms.
From Barron's ● Mar. 15, 2026
Anne Fogel told the BBC at the time of feeling "betrayal" when she learnt that her brother was not included in the prisoner exchange - which Biden had lauded as a "feat of diplomacy".
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2025
Charles had lauded the K-pop girl group on Tuesday at a glittering banquet.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 22, 2023
Washington Coach Peter Laviolette had lauded his blue line in recent days for how it played together after the return of defenseman John Carlson last week.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 30, 2023
He had lauded only his chief's brave horse!
From The poetical works of George MacDonald in two volumes — Volume 2 by George MacDonald
