Here are examples of the word/phrase "avowing" used in a sentence and paraphrased in a sentence...
Avowing her for her achievements makes her happy.
Proudly acknowledging her for her achievements makes her happy.
The president is avowing that city for it's progress throughout the year.
The president is proudly acknowledging that city for it's progress throughout the year.
Plenty of people will be avowing whoever wins the championship.
A lot of people will be proudly acknowledging whoever wins the championship.
Other Examples...