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or acknowledgements
1
as in commendations
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed
an acknowledgment to the food committee for the delicious refreshments
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2
as in admissions
an open declaration of something (as a fault or the commission of an offense) about oneself
a surprising acknowledgment that he had been faking his injury in order to scam the insurance company
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Recent Examples of acknowledgments
The credits, in which only three men’s names are listed alongside a handful of acknowledgments, elicited laughter throughout the theater.
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Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
These acknowledgments typically give specific details about how the tool was used, including directly crediting them for methods and discoveries where appropriate.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 June 2026
Research on workplace relationships shows that these small acknowledgments build what researchers call relational energy, the sense of vitality that emerges from quality interactions.
—Andy Molinsky, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Advertisement Students can reference these agreements throughout the year, including during daily acknowledgments and apologies at the end of the school day.
—Deborah Kenny, Time, 20 Apr. 2026
Her scathing insults are as giddy as her crushing acknowledgements are gut-wrenching, as Lindsay strains to navigate a situation spinning further and further outside of her limited domain.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
But, like with Bochy, his acknowledgments don’t compromise his players.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
But an acknowledgments section is meant to thank and honor those who supported a writer along their path to publication.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
On publication of the manuscript, the ghostwriter is typically named, albeit obliquely – perhaps identified as a friend or consultant in the acknowledgments section.
—Emily Hodgson Anderson, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
These acknowledgments typically give specific details about how the tool was used, including directly crediting them for methods and discoveries where appropriate.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 June 2026
Research on workplace relationships shows that these small acknowledgments build what researchers call relational energy, the sense of vitality that emerges from quality interactions.
—Andy Molinsky, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Advertisement Students can reference these agreements throughout the year, including during daily acknowledgments and apologies at the end of the school day.
—Deborah Kenny, Time, 20 Apr. 2026
Her scathing insults are as giddy as her crushing acknowledgements are gut-wrenching, as Lindsay strains to navigate a situation spinning further and further outside of her limited domain.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
But, like with Bochy, his acknowledgments don’t compromise his players.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
But an acknowledgments section is meant to thank and honor those who supported a writer along their path to publication.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
On publication of the manuscript, the ghostwriter is typically named, albeit obliquely – perhaps identified as a friend or consultant in the acknowledgments section.
—Emily Hodgson Anderson, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acknowledgments
Noun
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Gold, silver and bronze and honorary commendations will be awarded.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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With close to a 20-to-1 teacher-to-student ratio, the meeting began with commendations about Ruiz’s defensive strides and devoted work ethic.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The University of California will consider reinstating a requirement that undergraduate applicants submit scores on standardized admissions tests like the ACT or SAT.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, a New York City company that helps advise high school students and their families on the college admissions process, said that creativity — along with creative problem-solving — helps set graduates apart from their peers.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Some chefs who were honored in past years with Outstanding, Emerging or regional Best Chef awards have gone on to become household names, including Alice Waters, Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse and Bobby Flay.—
Jeanne Bonner,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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On Monday evening the James Beard Foundation announced the winners of its annual restaurant and chef awards — some of the most prestigious dining accolades in the country.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Oziel’s mistress, Judalon Smyth, learned about the confessions and informed the police.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Rodrigo came up under the influence of Taylor Swift, who taught a generation of singers how to write post-breakup disses lightly dashed with antiheroic confessions.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Many citations linked to existing studies, but the title, author or date were incorrect.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
14 June 2026
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The Medline warehouse has faced serious citations regarding unsafe vehicle travel behavior; hazardous aisles, ladders, or stairways; and a lack of sufficient foot protection for employees exposed to foot injuries.—
Lyanne Wang,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Asked about Sigcho-Lopez’s assertions, a spokesperson for the governor referred us to a spokesman for his campaign, who didn’t respond to our requests for comment.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Pattie Gonia has disputed those assertions in online videos, but declined to comment further to Fortune, citing the pending litigation.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
15 June 2026
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“Acknowledgments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acknowledgments. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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