1
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
an honorary degree from her alma mater that is simply the latest kudo for an outstanding career in journalism
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as in compliment
an admiring personal remark
a kudo is in order for the way the young people acquitted themselves at their first formal dance
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Recent Examples of kudo
Weinstock has been recognized for his innovative marketing campaigns at Paramount, kudos including 2025 Forbes Entrepreneurial CMO 50, highlighting impactful marketing heads across major global brands; and the Adweek 50 of 2025 spotlighting leaders in advertising, marketing, media and technology.
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Now, huge kudos to everyone involved in making this episode.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
So kudos to Butkus (offensive line coach Luke Butkus) and coach Gordon (assistant offensive line coach Eddie Gordon) getting those guys ready to go.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Ice Spice received a ton of love in her comment section on Instagram, which included kudos from boyfriend Sauce Gardner, as well as Kali Uchis, Kehlani, Cash Cobain and Soulja Boy.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 22 Aug. 2025
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Now, huge kudos to everyone involved in making this episode.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
So kudos to Butkus (offensive line coach Luke Butkus) and coach Gordon (assistant offensive line coach Eddie Gordon) getting those guys ready to go.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Ice Spice received a ton of love in her comment section on Instagram, which included kudos from boyfriend Sauce Gardner, as well as Kali Uchis, Kehlani, Cash Cobain and Soulja Boy.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kudo
Noun
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This year’s awards are produced by Anchor Street Collective, with Branden Chapman is executive producer, and Carleen Cappelletti is co-executive producer.—
Leia Mendoza,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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The addition of podcasters to THR’s prestigious Roundtable lineup spotlights the voices driving today’s audio renaissance and contemporary entertainment trends bringing podcasting into the heart of the awards conversation.—
THR Staff,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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In short, Palace are a nightmare to play against, as Manchester City and Pep Guardiola discovered in the FA Cup final, and that’s a huge compliment to the tactical acumen of Glasner as well as the quality of the players.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Sax laughed and returned the compliment to Doskow.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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How many Powerball numbers are needed to win a prize?—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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Founded in 2005, MiraChechu Productions began as Rey’s one-man creative vehicle, scripting, animating and voicing shorts that earned national and international prizes.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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In 2023, Miller produced a tribute show in honor of Burnett’s ninetieth birthday—for NBC, not CBS, which balked at the idea that Burnett could draw an audience.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Paying tribute to his Puerto Rican roots, Bad Bunny dons a pava — a traditional hat woven from the leaves of the Puerto Rican hat palm.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Sep. 2025
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As accolades continue to come Michigan’s way as a popular destination for travelers — a recent USA Today poll ranked Mackinac Island in northern Michigan as the top spot in the nation to visit for fall — the state’s Pure Michigan campaign is airing nationally, touting the Great Lakes State.—
Carol Cain,
Freep.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Since opening in 2018, the steakhouse has earned numerous accolades.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
26 Sep. 2025
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Kudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kudo. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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