1
as in prize
something given in recognition of achievement
Faye received the highest award in the 16 and under category for her poem
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as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
in their award the board of arbitrators declared that both writers deserved screen credit for their contributions to the final screenplay
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as in to reward
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
we will award the top three contestants in the essay competition
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as in to grant
to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly
custody of the boy was awarded to the grandparents
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Recent Examples of award
Greg Evans, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
She is tied with Ella Langley and Megan Moroney for the most nominations at this year’s awards (six each).
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2025
Jessica Booth, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
The half-point awarded both teams before the battle began allowed the Europeans to play a little prevent defense.
—Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Wilson is tied for the most nominations at this year’s awards including Entertainer of the Year.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
She is tied with Ella Langley and Megan Moroney for the most nominations at this year’s awards (six each).
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
In 2016, he was awarded the Living Legends of Alexandria award.
—Jessica Booth, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
The half-point awarded both teams before the battle began allowed the Europeans to play a little prevent defense.
—Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for award
Noun
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How many Powerball numbers are needed to win a prize?—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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Founded in 2005, MiraChechu Productions began as Rey’s one-man creative vehicle, scripting, animating and voicing shorts that earned national and international prizes.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Helping clients 'divorce emotions from investment decisions' Parsons Capital Management is committed to treating its clients equally, as well, regardless of their financial standing, according to John Mullen.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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After the decision, the LACSD stopped enforcing its own proper cause requirement for applications, per its website.—
Max Rego,
The Hill,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Creating a routine and sticking to it can help the dog know what to expect and when, and they should be rewarded with positive reinforcement wherever possible, according to a report from Dogs Trust.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The visibility conversation is about making sure your accomplishments — the right ones — get seen and rewarded.—
Stav Ziv,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Combs' lawyers had previously filed a motion asking Subramanian to either overturn his criminal conviction on the transportation to engage in prostitution charges, or alternatively, grant him a new trial.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Wauwatosa Plan Commission granted the development initial zoning approval a month later.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The short list and nominators remain a secret, and documents revealing the details of the selection process for the accolades are sealed from public view for 50 years.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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And for all the deserved accolades to European captain Luke Donald, such a man exists on that side.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The verdict is still out as to whether September’s pullback in cattle futures is a temporary pause in an ongoing climb higher or the first sign of lasting relief in a costly beef cycle.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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After the verdict was read, Diddy turned to the jury, placing his hands in a prayer-like fashion, according to the Associated Press.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These first drafts honoring America’s 250th Birthday and @POTUS are real.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Also, this year’s event will honor Doug Chiang, senior vice president and executive design director of Lucasfilm, with the View Visionary Award for his contributions to the industry.—
Terry Flores,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Public opinion has historically played a decisive role in shutdown fights, with voters often blaming the party seen as most intransigent.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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To qualify as defamation, Ray J’s statements would have to go beyond merely hostile opinions and instead assert a provably false statement.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Award.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/award. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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