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as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials
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as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
winning the Nobel Prize for Physics is generally regarded as the highest accolade for a physicist
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
a screen performance that won virtually every accolade that the film world has to offer
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Recent Examples of accolade
Beyoncé took home the accolade – a first for the musician.
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Lauryn Overhultz, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
In earning recognition as a College of Distinction, PNW was also awarded several accolades reflecting its academic programs and student resources that provide students active and hands-on learning experiences, a welcoming and inclusive environment and career preparation, the release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
Her accolades include the Super Lawyers Rising Star Award annually since 2018, the Women in Law Award, and the Titan Silver Award for Business of the Year.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
By the second edition of our awards — which saw a stunning six of our accolades go to the cast and crew of Chad Stahelski’s John Wick: Chapter 4 — the Oscars still lacked a Best Stunt category.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Jan. 2025
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Lauryn Overhultz, Fox News, 3 Feb. 2025
In earning recognition as a College of Distinction, PNW was also awarded several accolades reflecting its academic programs and student resources that provide students active and hands-on learning experiences, a welcoming and inclusive environment and career preparation, the release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
Her accolades include the Super Lawyers Rising Star Award annually since 2018, the Women in Law Award, and the Titan Silver Award for Business of the Year.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
By the second edition of our awards — which saw a stunning six of our accolades go to the cast and crew of Chad Stahelski’s John Wick: Chapter 4 — the Oscars still lacked a Best Stunt category.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accolade
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Molly Shannon Gets Back in Costume as Sally O'Malley (and Does the Kicking and Stretching) 10 hr 24 min ago Molly Shannon helped Emma Stone pay tribute to the history of physical comedy on the series by getting into costume as her beloved Sally O'Malley.—
Lindsay Kimble,
People.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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Korean celebrities paid tribute to Kim following the news of her death.—
Yoonjung Seo,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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The clearly excited audience at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in the British capital showered the band with much applause, loud cheers and many screams.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Feb. 2025
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The dissolve to a commercial break a moment later was silent, with no applause; the discourse the following week was predictably berserk.—
Vulture Staff,
Vulture,
16 Feb. 2025
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Quarterback Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills won the award in a close vote over Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Feb. 2025
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This is the first time a running back has won the award in back-to-back seasons since 2005 and 2006, when Shaun Alexander and LaDanian Tomlinson won the hardware, respectively.—
Ryan Morik,
Fox News,
7 Feb. 2025
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That’s to say nothing of Conclave’s performances, art direction, costuming, and cinematography, all of which are worthy of commendation.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
26 Dec. 2024
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Catch up quick: Republicans wrested control of Hillsborough County from Democrats in 2022 and have leveraged that power to torpedo Pride commendations, slash affordable housing programs and more.—
Yacob Reyes,
Axios,
1 Nov. 2024
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When Hurricane Katrina devastated the area in 2005, the city worked quickly to clean up the beach, restoring the sand to its former soft and white glory.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Flying high as Super Bowl LIX champions, Philadelphia Eagles fans have already experienced title glory once this season.—
Eduardo Tansley,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Sandler and Barrymore took home the prize for Best On-Screen Team that year at what was then called the MTV Movie Awards.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Nine Inch Nails duo of Trent Reznor and Atticus Finch bagged the Film Music prize for Challengers, and Nickel Boys took Visually Striking Film of the Year.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2025
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The citation could cost you at least $200, according to city hall.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2025
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The findings stem from Tesla’s failure to provide employees working outdoors with adequate cooldown breaks in shaded areas, according to a citation issued by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, known as Cal/OSHA, in December.—
Suhauna Hussain,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Janis overcomes significant obstacles – embezzlement, record industry misogyny, homophobia, and heartbreak – to find love and produce an indelible body of searingly honest songs that earned her a devoted following and critical acclaim.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
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With the acclaim came the spotlight; tabloids obsessed over her string of high-profile relationships, personal traumas, and health issues.—
Puja Patel,
The New Yorker,
7 Feb. 2025
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