CANONIZES Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

canonizes

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present tense third-person singular of canonize

as in adores

to love or admire too much a singing star so canonized by his fans that they refuse to believe anything bad about him

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as in elevates

to assign a high status or value to those movie buffs who have canonized Alfred Hitchcock as filmdom's preeminent director

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The catch is, the only time this program fits into your child’s schedule is during their advanced orchestra rehearsal or a figure drawing class that your child adores.

— Parents, Parents, 7 Aug. 2026
Crescent bags are a seamless step up from your standard crossbody, and my mom adores the shape.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 16 July 2026

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However, the fresh look is what truly elevates it from other Marvel titles, a testament to how cross-cultural collaboration brings out the best in art.

— Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026
The sleek, slip-on style instantly elevates the most basic outfit with that classic mule-meets-loafer design, while the flat bottoms provide all-day comfort.

— Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

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An adult user usually has a preferred seat height that promotes comfort and security.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026
Eli Lilly is also suing Aesthetic Envy, a California med spa that promotes retatrutide, and Striker Pharmacy, which has made a version of the experimental drug.

— Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

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