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salute

[suh-loot] / səˈlut /


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In the seven-second clip filmed in July 2007, Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt is seen leading about a dozen people in the salute.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026

Xi received the full pageantry of a state visit: a 21-gun salute, a flyover of U.S. jet fighters and a stealth bomber and a gift in the form of a large bald eagle statue.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

"Today, the entire world is proud of him. I urge my fellow citizens to pray for Smit's long life and excellent health, and to salute Smit, who has brought glory to India."

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

The portions of the ceremony that salute the broadcast network programs tend to be nostalgia driven.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026

“Thank you for your service,” General Coleman said to Jake, giving him a hearty salute.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein

The changing-of-command ceremony was memorable, including 17-gun salutes for each of the outgoing and incoming admirals and a 19-gun salute for my new friend, the CNO.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026

Max Medellin, 12, of Troop 10 from Reseda salutes.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026

President Lai Ching-te officially welcomed Pena on Friday with military honours, including cannon salutes and red carpet, ahead of a sit-down meeting.

From Barron's ● May 8, 2026

The players snapped salutes at each other after great plays.

From Salon ● Mar. 18, 2026

He was on our comer, marching around in a circle and doing some salutes.

From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead

Roberts saluted Díaz for working hard to get back to an uncertain assignment.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

Albon and Palmer should be saluted both for their attempt to train a historian’s lens on an important, previously underexamined subject, and for their engagement with real examples of children’s eternal ability to surprise you.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026

The headphones he regularly wears were gone, he exchanged jokes with the host about wearing a blazer in the sweltering Jeddah heat, and he saluted supporters as he took his seat on stage.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

Crowds lined the streets crying out "Long live the pope!" as Leo saluted the faithful from his popemobile before the mass.

From Barron's ● Jun. 7, 2026

At that Ged left off his bleak thoughts and his gazing ahead over the sea, and he saluted Yarrow more earnestly, perhaps, than Vetch.

From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin

President Droupadi Murmu said the nation was proud of Machchhar, saluting his "heroic courage and incredible presence of mind" and saying his actions helped prevent a major tragedy.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

Many speakers, including former Sparks coach Michael Cooper and Lakers legend Magic Johnson, noted Leslie’s accomplishments while also saluting her as a kind person.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026

His final masterstroke—bullying the world into saluting his greatness by executing an incredible comeback—will once again remind him that the maw at the center of his being remains unfilled.

From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026

He wheeled away after the ball hit the back of the Celtic net, saluting the fans, applauding their support as he drank in the acclaim.

From BBC ● Mar. 8, 2026

I will never forget the sight of his toddler, John-John, saluting his father’s casket.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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