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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
Despite her countless accolades, Allen remains as tireless as ever, balancing her responsibilities as a director, producer, philanthropist, and mentor.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 17 Feb. 2025
In the public eye, The Substance is the comeback contender that could earn Moore what many perceive to be an overdue accolade.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 12 Feb. 2025
Aston Martin and accolades seem to go hand in hand, as at our 2025 program, when the Vantage rolled in right on the taillamps of this year’s winner, the McLaren 750S.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 11 Feb. 2025
Tucson was the first stateside city to become a UNESCO World City of Gastronomy, an accolade that nods to its more than four millennia of food culture that merges the tastes of many different groups, including Native American and modern Mexican.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 7 Feb. 2025
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Adam Sandler's '50 years' performance Elsewhere, Adam Sandler paid tribute to the show's many memories and team members, including its hard-working crew.—
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Korean celebrities paid tribute to Kim following the news of her death.—
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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.—
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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.—
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The club awards two types of scholarships: the Mary White Scholarship for those attending a four-year college to earn a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and the Ellie Whitcomb Scholarship for those seeking vocational training or an Associate in Arts degree.—
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Most prominent among them an MLS Goalkeeper of the Year award nod.—
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Pino’s supervisors filed 30 commendations for perseverance, investigative skills, professionalism, reduction of crime, dedication to duty and team spirit.—
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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.—
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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.—
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Flying high as Super Bowl LIX champions, Philadelphia Eagles fans have already experienced title glory once this season.—
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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.—
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The odds of scoring a jackpot prize are 1 in 302,575,350.—
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The citation could cost you at least $200, according to city hall.—
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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.—
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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.—
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With the acclaim came the spotlight; tabloids obsessed over her string of high-profile relationships, personal traumas, and health issues.—
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“Accolade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolade. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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