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congratulatory

[kuhn-grach-uh-luh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee, -graj-, kuhng-] / kənˈgrætʃ ə ləˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i, -ˈgrædʒ-, kəŋ- /
ADJECTIVE
congratulating
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“CRLA is incredibly proud to have been part of your journey,” the congratulatory message read.

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

Setting warm tones for the visit, the two leaders exchanged "congratulatory letters" on Sunday to mark 30 years of their countries' strategic partnership.

From Barron's May 19, 2026

County Supervisor Janice Hahn began the ceremony with congratulatory remarks, stating, “The voters of Whittier spoke.”

From Los Angeles Times May 1, 2026

He has always been congratulatory of me, almost proud of me in a sense.

From BBC Apr. 1, 2026

Later that week, my co-workers surprised me with cake and a congratulatory card, and I thanked them and allowed myself to recognize the significance of the experience.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi




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