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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
Schwartzstein doesn’t have the accolades or name recognition of Michaels or Herbstreit.
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Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Jan. 2026
Chalamet is considered a frontrunner for Best Actor, particularly after winning the same accolade at the Critics Choice Awards last Sunday.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2026
The 23-year-old Smith-Njigba cares more about team success than individual accolades.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
The film has had a fulsome festival run landing various accolades along the way, including two awards at the British Short Film Awards.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
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The Elvis Tribute Spectacular' Fans can enjoy an era-by-era tribute concert, celebrating the music of the larger-than-life King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley.—
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Jones often pays tribute to Kristy on social media.—
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Public reactions were indicated by applause during the Holliday school children’s performances and the district’s recognitions.—
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He was given a hero’s applause from fans of both clubs when he was invited onto the pitch at half-time.—
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And according to most sportsbooks, as of Wednesday evening, McMillan is the runaway favorite to win the end-of-year award.—
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That makes the very idea of awards in literature filled with landmines.—
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His personnel file includes 45 commendation letters.—
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She was honored with numerous commendations, including the Chief of Department Award for her professionalism and outstanding service.—
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As Oscar season ramps up, the 83rd Golden Globe Awards will fete a variety of movies and TV shows, plus give needed momentum to contenders aiming for glory at March 15's Academy Awards ceremony.—
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But Erivo is in it for the glory, not the fame, and will be missing out on the big show.—
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
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For prizes of $50,000 or more, you are required to claim in person at the Hoosier Lottery headquarters in Indianapolis.—
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The process is independent of any judicial actions stemming from the citation and does not depend on a conviction.—
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According to the arrest citation, there were three $100 bills on the outside that were real.—
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One of that Courier’s founders won acclaim from his peers for his tenure as dean of the University of Maryland’s journalism school.—
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In 1994, Chinese-American actress Vivian Wu garnered critical acclaim after appearing in The Joy Luck Club.—
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“Accolade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolade. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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