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as in detection
ability to positively identify someone or something
The research concerns the capacity for pattern recognition in dogs.
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as in acknowledgement
the state of being publicly acknowledged or known for something (such as an achievement)
The group was pleased to finally receive recognition for their groundbreaking work.
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Recent Examples of recognition
In honor of this month of Hispanic recognition, three new episodes of the series are set to launch on September 29.
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Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 29 Sep. 2025
Her steady, unseductive gaze confronts the viewer and demands recognition of her authorship.
—Sally Jane Brown, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Welcome to Literary Quotable Quotes, a quiz that tests your recognition of memorable lines.
—J. D. Biersdorfer, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
So has Israel’s international legitimacy, declining amid waves of sanction threats and international recognition for Palestinian statehood.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
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Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 29 Sep. 2025
Her steady, unseductive gaze confronts the viewer and demands recognition of her authorship.
—Sally Jane Brown, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Welcome to Literary Quotable Quotes, a quiz that tests your recognition of memorable lines.
—J. D. Biersdorfer, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
So has Israel’s international legitimacy, declining amid waves of sanction threats and international recognition for Palestinian statehood.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognition
Noun
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Modern applications remain specialized, including fingerprint detection and high-wear electrical contacts.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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This is classic detection bias that inflates risk estimates without reflecting true health differences.—
Kristen Jordan Shamus,
Freep.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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Many also offer free, limited-time parking to Nevada residents with state identification.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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The company pointed out that WESCAM MX-Series EO/IR systems bring a new generation of forward-looking infrared and electro-optical sensor capability to a market where advanced asymmetrical threat identification technologies have become a necessity.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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The routine earned enthusiastic praise from all three judges.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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As the sweetly melodic ballad tapers, a gentle beat kicks in and Carey vocalizes words of religious praise over a syncopated coda for the last two minutes, her five-octave voice punctuating her patented melismatic style.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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At a small vigil in Dallas, several people called for the release of details and more acknowledgement of the victims.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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If something in the dynamic feels disrespectful, overly intimate, or creates insecurity, those emotions deserve acknowledgment.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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Interest in packing cubes has skyrocketed among our readers in 2025, with one certain kind of packing cube earning extra acclaim.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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Before starring on the hit show alongside her real-life stepson, Cassidy, Jones — who had a musical background — garnered critical acclaim and an Oscar for her Best Supporting Actress performance in Elmer Gantry.—
Grace Gavilanes,
PEOPLE,
25 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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“Recognition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognition. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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