trumpet 1 of 2

verb

Definition of trumpetnext
1
as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly the company trumpeted the launch of the new phone that had none of the bugs the old one was known for

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2
as in to advertise
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively critics trumpeted the band's latest album as the best of the decade

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trumpet

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noun

as in honk

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Recent Examples of trumpet
Verb
Billboards and digital displays trumpet the government’s investments in infrastructure. — Atul Loke, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2025 But Trump is sure to trumpet tariffs and his economic plan at his address to Congress tonight. — Megan Poinski, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
There’s Mexican phonk adorned in triumphant trumpets and ¡Ándale! calls. — Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 26 Mar. 2025 There are many reasons to visit New Orleans, from po' boys filled with heaps of fried shrimp spilling out of pillowy soft French bread, the shrill trills of brass trumpets, and the constant bustle of revelers across the city. — Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for trumpet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trumpet
  1. announce
  2. advertise
  3. honk
  4. publish
  5. acclaim
  6. proclaim
  7. promote
  8. bark
Verb
  • Just last month, Krispy Kreme also announced another collection of limited-time treats as a part of its annual Chocomania celebrations.
    — Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Last week, President Trump, against the advice of almost every professional economist, announced substantial tariffs on almost every country in the world, thereby launching an economic war--a global trade war.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of announce
Verb
  • The amendment also allows the secretary of Indiana’s Family and Social Services office to advertise or market participation in the Medicaid program.
    — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Foreign currencies advertised in a window in Times Square, one of New York’s and the nation’s top tourist attractions, on March 28, 2025.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of advertise
Noun
  • First came a recorded honk from an unpartnered male goose named Joshua.
    — Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
  • Next came a honk that was lower in pitch than the first, with a slight bray.
    — Rivka Galchen, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of honk
Verb
  • Shortly after the news published, Deadline reported that the core group of Huvane, Baum, Halls and Gelb have formed a new firm called Apex Public Relations.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Source: National Interagency Fire Center This story was originally published April 9, 2025 at 9:34 AM.
    — CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of publish
Verb
  • Friedman’s production was critically acclaimed, due to its focus on the central characters and the standout performances from Groff, Radcliffe and Mendez.
    — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2025
  • In its second partnership, the brand is introducing a five-piece limited edition of its Escale model in collaboration with Kari Voutilainen, an independent watchmaker with a workshop in Saint-Sulpice, Switzerland, acclaimed for his decoration and finishing techniques.
    — Carol Besler, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2025
Definition of acclaim
Verb
  • Intrigue in Read's case has only grown since the mistrial, as she's continued to share her story and proclaim her innocence.
    — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Elk are being depleted by wolves, proclaim the Sportsmen’s Alliance, Safari Club International and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, all of which sued to block ESA protections.
    — Ted Williams, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2025
Definition of proclaim
Verb
  • In a social media post Sunday, Kennedy promoted two such practitioners who have become popular in West Texas among vaccine-hesitant families: Ben Edwards and Richard Bartlett.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Musk responded to an X user who shared a video of Navarro promoting tariffs.
    — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
Definition of promote
Noun
  • Behind him, their initials and engagement date were carved into the bark.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Orchids need both the nutrients from the chunky, loose bark mix they’re planted in and the air space between the pieces.
    — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of bark

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