as in recognizes
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the newlyweds were honored with a dinner given by the bride's grandmother
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as in treasures
an asset that brings praise or renown
a dedicated, caring teacher who is an honor to the teaching profession
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as in accolades
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the honor we give to our soldiers on Veterans Day
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as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement
has received several honors from the Boy Scouts for his many years of service
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as in privileges
something granted as a special favor
it will be an honor for me to show your aunt around the city
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Recent Examples of honors
Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Implementing a robust and efficient system, with strong safeguards and transparent processes, honors both the Constitution and our own common sense.
—Coalition, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
In Michigan, one of our favorite museums, The Henry Ford, honors the anniversary with special exhibitions and experiences exploring innovation, democracy, and everyday American life.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Behind the classy presentation is a working-class spirit, one that honors the simplicity of showing up, being yourself and doing your job.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
In all, the 2025 All-Central Texas team honors 76 players from 23 different schools.
—Rick Cantu, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
The song, aired repeatedly during the 12-day war launched by Israel, honors Iran’s 1982 liberation of the city of Khorramshahr during the Iran-Iraq war.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2026
The annual event honors artists for their musical and philanthropic contributions and provides financial aid to musicians in need.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA Today, 10 Jan. 2026
Thus, Edward’s choice of ring sweetly honors the couple’s half-decade of dating before getting engaged, the joy of their betrothal, and their hope for their future together.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 9 Jan. 2026
Dallas Morning News, 10 Jan. 2026
Both have since combined for three first-team All-Pro honors and a Pro Bowl selection.
—Alanis Thames, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
Hill burst upon the local high school scene as a sophomore, earning Central Texas newcomer of the year honors in 2023 after rushing for 1,428 yards and 20 touchdowns.
—Rick Cantu, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
Another of Miami’s Pro Bowl snubs, center Aaron Brewer, earned second-team All-Pro honors Saturday, behind the Kansas City Chiefs’ Creed Humphrey on first team.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Olsen, who lives in Charlotte, played nine seasons in Carolina blue and earned two second-team All-Pro honors (2015, 2016).
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
Along with getting the second-team honors from AP, Pro Football Focus named Heyward to their first-team All-Pro earlier in the week.
—Patrick Damp, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
The 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards to be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Fairmont Century Plaza, and will also include special honors celebrating distinguished producers whose careers reflect sustained excellence and influence.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2026
But while Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter and Bad Bunny got honors in the album of the year category, The Weeknd did not.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
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The concert honors Women’s History Month, Narucki said, adding that Google no longer includes that cultural observance in its online calendar.
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The 37-year-old Stafford received 31 first-place votes to Maye’s 18 to earn All-Pro honors for the first time in his 17-year career.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for honors
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The District recognizes its responsibility to serve the CPS community with integrity.—
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Mescal recognizes that his role is in support of the titanic performance given by Buckley.—
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Access the park by snorkeling or diving, or via a glass-bottom boat, before heading to the offshoot site in neighboring Carriacou, hidden among the reefs of an island renowned for its treasures beneath the surface.—
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The latest discovery isn't the first time that modern construction projects have yielded historical treasures in Europe.—
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Come playoff time, such accolades matter not.—
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But beyond the wins, losses and accolades, there was the man who remained in his players’ lives, through good times and tough times.—
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Sabonis missed five of his first six shots while being guarded by Gobert, a 7-foot-1 center with four Defensive Player of the Year awards.—
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The Cannes-premiering film rates higher with critics than audiences so far but is the biggest ever box office for director Lynne Ramsey and an awards-season magnet for star Jennifer Lawrence’s career-defining performance.—
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People convicted of crimes now enter the state prison at level 2 and must wait at least eight months to move to level 4, which allows for the most privileges.—
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In October, King Charles stripped his younger brother Prince Andrew of all royal titles and privileges, leaving him a commoner known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.—
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Rather than presenting herself as a solo superwoman, Parker credits her success to a wide safety net, including family, childcare, and other professional help.—
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Jesse credits his interest in wine to his time spent traveling the world with his dad, and his passion for creating wine that people come together to enjoy—with his father's artwork proudly displayed on its labels and throughout his tasting room—is palpable.—
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Entry fee is $10 with a chance to win trophies and door prizes.—
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Thirteen World Series trophies have been won under the past two CBAs preceded by a full offseason.—
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The Spanish chef’s fine-dining concept is an homage to the glories of the world’s oceans, with a strong emphasis on the bounty of the local waters that includes lionfish, Mahi Mahi, and an entire menu section devoted entirely to various renditions of conch.—
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Yates also agreed that the Chinese see a blueprint for their future in their past glories.—
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“Honors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honors. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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