Example Sentences

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Her fans have saluted her independence and creativity, while her opponents have already labelled the brand as "whatever".

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2025

According to the sport’s rules, a fencing bout does not end until the two fencers have saluted each other and shaken hands, and the referee can penalize those who do not comply.

From New York Times • Jul. 27, 2023

Since Friday, fans, friends and industry peers of Lance Reddick have saluted the prolific movie and TV star on social media and beyond.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2023

Since the beginning of Jackson’s hearings Monday, Democratic and Republican senators have saluted the nominee’s history-making appointment, praised her pedigree, and noted her pleasant temperament and empathetic approach to the law.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 23, 2022

I think he would have saluted if he had thought that it would be the right thing to do.

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg