hats off to
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"They gave us their best shot on a short week so hats off to them," Broncos quarterback Nix said after the win.
From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026
As for your mother-in-law being 81 and wanting to take this trip, I take my many hats off to her.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 8, 2025
“They did their research and everything points toward a fit for them. My hats off to them,” said Newbury Park coach Joe Smigiel, who went on Rosenthal’s recruiting visit.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2025
"He has to do all of his work on his own, which is hats off to him," Norris said.
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2024
“Well, hats off to your stylist. I don’t think anyone can argue that that’s not the most spectacular thing we’ve ever seen in an interview. Cinna, I think you better take a bow!”
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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