laud
verb (used with object)
to praise; extol.
lauding
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present participleof laud.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 few thanked me with national clips lauding my virtual teaching venture.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
The ritzy neighbourhood was made globally famous by K-pop star Psy's 2012 hit single "Gangnam Style" -- lauding the lifestyles of its ultra-rich residents.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
Commencement speakers lauding the technology are drawing jeers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
Uncharacteristically, Trump largely stuck to a script, making no mention of policy disagreements with Downing Street and lauding the long ties between the US and Britain.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026
He took me through each move that the two had made, disparaging a Bronstein choice one moment, lauding another the next.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
