salute
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At Thursday’s ceremony outside Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, Trump received a 21-gun salute while a Chinese military band played both countries’ national anthems.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
The Chinese were careful to appeal to Trump's love of pomp, greeting him with marching bands, soldiers in lockstep and a cannon salute that echoed through Tiananmen Square.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
On Mother’s Day, let’s salute two single mothers who became the No. 1 fans for their sports-playing sons and stayed by their side through good and bad times.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
Those who gathered ahead of the King's appearance saw a marching band and military procession pass through the town, before his arrival was marked with a 21-gun salute.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
I spin back around, salute the referee, my opponent.
From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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