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- verb Third-person singular simple present indicative form of
congratulate .
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Examples
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When he mentioned his score of 129 the first time, Jay puts his hand over his mouth to stop laughter and then, in a totally mocking way, "congratulates" his guest on such a great score.
Richard Greene: Critiquing the President on Leno and 60 Minutes 2009
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The nonbinding resolution, which sailed to passage on a 402-1 vote, "congratulates" Liu and
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Ron Paul backs Steele, 'congratulates' RNC chairman
Home/News 2010
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The non-binding measure, crafted by Republican Representative Chris Smith, "congratulates"
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In it, Cardinal Dario Castrillon Hoyos "congratulates" Bishop Pierre Pican "for not having denounced a priest to the civil authorities."
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Disabled American Veterans said in a statement that it "congratulates" Congress on the increased funding.
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He villainously congratulates himself upon his discerning quick thoughts in thwarting his aged friendrecalling after villains identical to Richard of Gloucester as good as Iago who revel in their dastardly betrayal of those who trust them.
Philadelphia Reflections: Shakspere Society of Philadelphia admin 2009
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He villainously congratulates himself upon his discerning quick thoughts in thwarting his aged friendrecalling after villains identical to Richard of Gloucester as good as Iago who revel in their dastardly betrayal of those who trust them.
Archive 2009-11-01 admin 2009
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$24 Waiter congratulates guest for ordering lemon ricotta pancakes with side of sour cream donuts.
The Brunch Exceptions Anne Kadet 2011
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He congratulates himself on being MP for the beautiful town of Stamford, thinking fondly of its five Medieval churches and 600 listed buildings.
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