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as in commendations
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 acclaim
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 awards
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 accolades
In the Television category, Brazilian broadcaster Globo took two accolades.
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026
Kennedy’s other accolades include a BAFTA fellowship and a CBE Award.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 9 Mar. 2026
At its core, securing a listing is not about impressing an owner with accolades or confidence alone.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Those accolades reflect a storied season, but don’t hold weight next to the Bruins’ ultimate goals.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Sampair concurred, noting everyone on this Mahtomedi team pursued a championship with total disregard for individual accolades.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2026
Beavertail is no stranger to accolades, with WorldAtlas naming in the best place to vacation in 2025.
—Rin Velasco, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
McCutchen’s resume is filled with accolades, including the five All-Star selections, four Silver Sluggers, a Gold Glove and the 2013 NL MVP while playing with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2026
Indeed, her list of accolades is seemingly endless.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026
Kennedy’s other accolades include a BAFTA fellowship and a CBE Award.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 9 Mar. 2026
At its core, securing a listing is not about impressing an owner with accolades or confidence alone.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Those accolades reflect a storied season, but don’t hold weight next to the Bruins’ ultimate goals.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Sampair concurred, noting everyone on this Mahtomedi team pursued a championship with total disregard for individual accolades.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2026
Beavertail is no stranger to accolades, with WorldAtlas naming in the best place to vacation in 2025.
—Rin Velasco, The Providence Journal, 6 Mar. 2026
McCutchen’s resume is filled with accolades, including the five All-Star selections, four Silver Sluggers, a Gold Glove and the 2013 NL MVP while playing with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2026
Indeed, her list of accolades is seemingly endless.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accolades
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Also presented with various commendations during the 2025 induction ceremony were Salt-N-Pepa, Warren Zevon, Carol Kaye, Nicky Hopkins, Thom Bell and Lenny Waronker.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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The officers' actions earned them commendations as well as a Distinguished Service Award from the city of Bethlehem, one of three Hobson's received in the last two years.—
Janelle Griffith,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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But The Pitt is also a ratings juggernaut, occupying the rare slice of the Venn diagram where critical acclaim, audience acclaim, and real popularity all intersect.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
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Welcome to Wrexham premiered on American television channel FX in August 2022, putting the club on a path to international acclaim.—
Justin Birnbaum,
Sportico.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Big East’s individual awards are voted on by the conference’s coaches, whose selections are not made public.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Among his awards and decorations were the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.—
ALLEN G. BREED,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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His death has brought an outpouring of tributes to the civil rights leader and politician who devoted his life to pushing for equality and change.—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
6 Mar. 2026
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After news of the deal the Chiefs made to send McDuffie to the Rams was made public, tributes were shared across social media.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2026
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The ritual honors service members killed in action.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Mar. 2026
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Scott has emerged as one of the top players in the Big 12, earning Big 12 Women’s Basketball Player of the Week honors twice this season and being named seven times to the Big 12 Starting Five.—
Alexa Stone
Updated March 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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For prizes of $50,000 or more, you are required to claim in person at the Hoosier Lottery headquarters in Indianapolis.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
4 Mar. 2026
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Atlanta is back in the hunt for one of the Democratic Party’s biggest prizes.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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Official charges come after two students were arrested and two were given juvenile citations, according to a police department spokesman.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
7 Mar. 2026
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Shimmick said his department has tried to address these concerns last summer using the fire department’s boat to combat these issues and that effort has resulted in 600 citations and 175 arrests.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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Coco continued to draw applauses and laughs while talking about women showing up to church in high heels and lace.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Accolades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolades. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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