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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
Family members have mentioned that Derome even won awards for his architectural drawings, though little else is known about those accolades.
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Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Since launching her career in 2015, Young has picked up numerous accolades, including a nomination for the Brit Award Rising Star in 2021.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
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
Since opening in 2018, the steakhouse has earned numerous accolades.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
The film garnered several accolades upon its release, especially for Craig’s performance and Guadagnino’s direction.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 25 Sep. 2025
Across the show’s run, it was nominated for a total of 19 Emmys, with three wins, including Ferrera’s, among multiple other accolades.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025
The 94-year-old Louisville native is a trailblazer in both science and the arts, with numerous accolades including a street named in her honor.
—Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
During its run, This Is Us was nominated 39 times at the Emmy Awards, winning four accolades overall.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Since launching her career in 2015, Young has picked up numerous accolades, including a nomination for the Brit Award Rising Star in 2021.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
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
Since opening in 2018, the steakhouse has earned numerous accolades.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
The film garnered several accolades upon its release, especially for Craig’s performance and Guadagnino’s direction.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 25 Sep. 2025
Across the show’s run, it was nominated for a total of 19 Emmys, with three wins, including Ferrera’s, among multiple other accolades.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025
The 94-year-old Louisville native is a trailblazer in both science and the arts, with numerous accolades including a street named in her honor.
—Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
During its run, This Is Us was nominated 39 times at the Emmy Awards, winning four accolades overall.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accolades
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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Highest commendations to those who made history voting for and passing it through both chambers of the legislature.—
Robert Turner,
Baltimore Sun,
2 June 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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At the after party, see an awards ceremony and celebrate your accomplishment with food, drink and fun.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Sep. 2025
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Family members have mentioned that Derome even won awards for his architectural drawings, though little else is known about those accolades.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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Then, it was joined by other tributes and links to news stories detailing the crash that took Arik's life.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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Steve joined in Friday’s tributes from the ground’s famous Birmingham Road End.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
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Ochocinco was selected in the second round, while Johnson landed in the fourth round after earning Southeastern Conference Offensive Player of the Year honors for his standout 2000 season at Auburn.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Carnation Cafe serves the best burger at Disneyland and Lamplight Lounge takes the honors at Disney California Adventure.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
26 Sep. 2025
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This might mean blurbing other writers’ books or even just praising them on social media, volunteering to read for literary prizes, or even sharing information about how the famously opaque world of publishing works.—
Maris Kreizman
September 25,
Literary Hub,
25 Sep. 2025
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California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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The North Carolina Wildlife Federation has received a wave of calls from residents upset about citations, said Alden Picard, the federation’s conservation coordinator.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Sep. 2025
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But those officials told Twelve Tribes members to bury the burn debris when they were finished and left the property without issuing citations or dousing the blaze with water, the investigation found.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
25 Sep. 2025
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The movie is about the intersection of life’s regrets and notable glories.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
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Since taking the reins as the CEO of its racing division in late 2016, Brown has overseen McLaren’s evolution from a team stuck in the shadow of past glories to one that now sits atop the F1 world once more.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Accolades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolades. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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