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a modern-day Paul Revere

Someone who embarks on a long and arduous journey or mission in order to deliver an especially important message. (Paul Revere was a Patriot in the American Revolution famous for his "midnight ride" to warn other patriots as to the movement of British troops.) The media personality claims to be a modern-day Paul Revere, warning people not of the British, but of the actions and agendas of political extremists within our own population. Look, you don't need to be a modern-day Paul Revere—let people evaluate the candidates on their own and make up their own minds. Larry thinks he's a modern-day Paul Revere, constantly warning all of us about climate change and global warming, but who wants to hear about that stuff non-stop? He just ends up being a downer.
See also: Paul, revere

revere (someone or something) for (something)

To hold a deep and profound respect, deference, admiration, or honor for someone or something because of some reason. Often used in passive constructions. Many people around the world revere celebrities purely for their status and wealth. The scientist was revered by many for her contributions to revolutionary cancer treatments. He revered the author for his incredible characters and world-building.
See also: for, revere
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revere someone or something for something

to admire or venerate someone or something for something. I will always revere my dear aunt for her devotion to all of us. We have always revered his lovely gift for our little kindness.
See also: for, revere
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
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