honor roll

noun

: a roster of names of persons deserving honor
especially : a list of students achieving academic distinction

Examples of honor roll in a Sentence

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The following Naperville residents have completed college/university degrees or have been named to their school’s dean’s list, honor roll or similar academic achievement list. Names, degrees and honors appear below as provided by the respective schools. Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025 Orange County dominated the top 10 list of Heal the Bay’s honor roll for the second straight year. Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025 Kimberly attended the ceremony honoring Lexi and her son, Julian (who also made the honor roll) and then went back to work. Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025 The honor roll student is part of North Shore Swim Club year-round as a US-level team and a swimmer for Chelmsford Swim & Tennis in the summer for fun. Danny Ventura, Boston Herald, 14 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for honor roll

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of honor roll was in 1863

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“Honor roll.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/honor%20roll. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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