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as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials
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as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
winning the Nobel Prize for Physics is generally regarded as the highest accolade for a physicist
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
a screen performance that won virtually every accolade that the film world has to offer
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Recent Examples of accolade
Brown’s work went on to win many prestigious accolades, but not a Pulitzer Prize, the most competitive award in journalism.
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Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026
She’s gone on to release hit songs and albums, and her accolades include 10 Grammy Awards and two Academy Awards.
—Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
His short film Torii won Second Place at The Dor Awards, while his other shorts, including Dear Grandma, Graveyard and Water, received multiple accolades across international competitions including Project Odyssey and Curious Refuge.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 7 May 2026
The oceanfront spa is the place to indulge in traditional treatments with accolade-worthy views.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
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Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026
She’s gone on to release hit songs and albums, and her accolades include 10 Grammy Awards and two Academy Awards.
—Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
His short film Torii won Second Place at The Dor Awards, while his other shorts, including Dear Grandma, Graveyard and Water, received multiple accolades across international competitions including Project Odyssey and Curious Refuge.
—Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 7 May 2026
The oceanfront spa is the place to indulge in traditional treatments with accolade-worthy views.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accolade
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Her death was confirmed by her nephew, Bryan Longet, who posted a social media tribute on Thursday.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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But alongside the music, the Fab Four also spawned a parallel tribute-film industry all but dedicated to extolling their cultural influence.—
Vikram Murthi,
IndieWire,
15 May 2026
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Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson star in the writer-director’s third feature film, which received a six-minute standing ovation on Wednesday night as Schoenbrun hugged their stars to roaring applause and cheers from the crowd.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Joined by her septet and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Steven Reineke, Joy performed a medley of tunes — her own originals as well as standards and more obscure selections within the vocal jazz canon — to rapturous applause.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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An agriculture teacher at Harmony Middle School in Osceola County was named one of five finalists for Florida’s Teacher of the Year award, the Florida Department of Education announced Monday.—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The awards were handed out at a ceremony on Sunday, March 10 and bestowed by juries of industry executives, journalists, creators, and experts.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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Under the command of Captain Charles Satterlee, the vessel escorted 18 convoys, earning a special commendation for exemplary service.—
Stephen Smith,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Byrne was honored with the Navy’s highest civilian award last year as a commendation for his longstanding support for veterans and his work with numerous nonprofits.—
William Earl,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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Through some convoluted changes of hands, the property’s current investors rescued and reimagined the remains of a previously defunct resort to give us Ocean Casino Resort in all its glory as a sigh of relief for this prime Boardwalk location.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The winners came dressed to impress and were eager to promote their projects and bask in the glory of being declared the best of the internet.—
Joshua Dudley,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The annual prize spotlights debut features released in French theaters between two editions of the Cannes Film Festival, with a mission to champion new voices in contemporary cinema.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Response has been mixed to good, and Drucker is always a candidate for a Cannes best actress prize (she’s never won).—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 May 2026
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This forum doesn’t provide space for a citation and bibliography page with links to videos that prove my point.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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Minnesota court records show that Kazmierczak, who was convicted of felony auto theft in 1989, has been arrested multiple times for driving under the influence and has had numerous traffic citations.—
Tim Sullivan,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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The backstage visit comes amid a major moment for Rudolph, whose run as Mary Todd Lincoln in the Tony-winning comedy has garnered critical and audience acclaim.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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For his inspired stewardship, Cox, who died Saturday at the age of 84, several years after suffering a stroke, won widespread acclaim as one of the greatest managers the grand old game has ever known.—
Mark Bradley for the AJC,
AJC.com,
9 May 2026
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“Accolade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolade. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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