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Pulitzer Prize

noun Pu·lit·zer Prize \ ˈpu̇-lət-sər- , ˈpyü- \

Definition of Pulitzer Prize

: any of various annual prizes (as for outstanding literary or journalistic achievement) established by the will of Joseph Pulitzer — called also Pulitzer

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1918

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PULITZER PRIZE Defined for English Language Learners

Pulitzer Prize

noun

Definition of Pulitzer Prize for English Language Learners

  • : one of a number of prizes that are awarded in the U.S. each year for excellent work in writing, reporting, or music composition

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