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as in treasure
someone or something unusually desirable
in the view of most of her friends, her current boyfriend is certainly no prize
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2
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
the Pritzker Architecture Prize is the world's most prestigious honor in the field of architecture
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
delighted to be guests at one of her prize dinner parties
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as in to pry
to draw out by force or with effort
prizing the stubborn nails out of the board
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as in to treasure
to hold dear
veterinarians know that pets are highly prized by their owners
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Recent Examples of prize
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
This year, some of the extra festivities include the chance to win free groceries for a year (customers who spend $15 or more on a qualifying online grocery order on Amazon are automatically entered), with $1 million in total prizes among 100 winners.
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Retirement plans — often an investor’s first experience with wealth building — have become prized for a generation where stability is a status symbol.
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Julia Bartak,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
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Noun
On Saturday, July 4, the casino will mark the milestone with Firecracker Bingo, featuring more than $1 million in cash and prizes, including a massive $440,000 single cash jackpot and a live attempt at the Guinness World Records title for largest payout for a game of bingo, according to the casino.
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Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
This year, some of the extra festivities include the chance to win free groceries for a year (customers who spend $15 or more on a qualifying online grocery order on Amazon are automatically entered), with $1 million in total prizes among 100 winners.
—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Verb
Anecdotal feedback is as prized as survey findings.
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Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Retirement plans — often an investor’s first experience with wealth building — have become prized for a generation where stability is a status symbol.
—
Julia Bartak,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prize
Noun
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Hodad’s is a third-generation small business, a San Diego treasure that makes a damn good burger.
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The rock treasures here range from the Andy Warhol Factory (Nico’s 1967 Chelsea Girls) to Midwestern quarries (Slint’s 1991 Spiderland).
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ElAttrache’s patients include 18 of 29 players who won the MVP or Cy Young awards over the past 10 years.
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The award will recognize a singular work selected from qualifying American narrative television and film that address environmental issues through creativity and possibility.
Adjective
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Turkey evened it in the 10th minute with an excellent two-man game from Baris Alper Yilmaz and Güler, the 21-year-old Real Madrid rising star.
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The nearby town of Dolores makes an excellent home base.
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But Roberts finds moments to pull players aside for one-on-one conversations.
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Rescuers have fanned out across La Guaira, where the worst destruction occurred, and parts of Caracas, where families and volunteers have spent days pulling survivors and victims from the rubble.
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All of the profits will be donated to strengthen Redress’ work in advancing emerging creatives through its network of alumni, who value sustainability and circularity.
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Even if Wells doesn’t turn things around offensively, the Yankees highly value his defense.
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Wedged between two popular vacation towns – Pagosa Springs and Durango – Chimney Rock National Monument is another southwestern Colorado gem.
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Boutique gems, new offers win the day Elevated VIP-style vacays with truffles, oysters and bubbly are attainable with some tips and tricks.
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The James Beard Awards, among the highest accolades in the American culinary industry, were announced Monday night, turning winning restaurants into must-visit destinations.
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His numerous accolades include 11 Primetime Emmys and five Directors Guild of America awards.
Adjective
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Sneakers are always calling my name (a great travel companion).
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Having spent more than 30 years in the makeup industry, founder and makeup artist Jung Saem Mool knows great makeup starts long before foundation enters the picture.
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“Prize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prize. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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