in honor of
idiom
: as a way to show respect and admiration for (someone)
They're having a dinner in honor of the new coach.
The building was named in honor of the city's founder.
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The Academy throws a masquerade ball in honor of the rare Fairy Moon.
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Kimberly Nordyke, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 May 2024
Metro Boomin is giving back to his hometown of St. Louis in honor of his late mother.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 21 May 2024
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Kimberly Nordyke, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 May 2024
Metro Boomin is giving back to his hometown of St. Louis in honor of his late mother.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 21 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for in honor of
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“In honor of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20honor%20of. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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