exaltation

Example Sentences

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Israeli officials have also suggested in the past that they believe holding onto the bodies could deter future Palestinian attacks and prevent exaltation of the dead at funerals, which can attract large, angry crowds.

From New York Times

“It’s the exaltation of the people and the revolutionary movement and the workers,” said Mr. Metraux.

From New York Times

Was it the implicit awkwardness of a televised exaltation or something worse?

From Washington Post

We have all the hallmarks — support for “strongmen” with questionable ethics, rabid exaltation of our “dear leader,” turning a blind eye to corrupt motives plus rising violence and racism.

From Los Angeles Times

Its early exaltation was tempered as soon as the officials walked to the video monitor, their third such trip in the game’s final moments.

From Washington Post