as in awards
recognition given to someone who has done something extremely well but who has not won the top honor
They didn't win the science fair competition but were pleased to receive an honorable mention.
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As fall approaches and gala and awards seasons pick up speed, here’s to many more glamorous goth looks.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
19 Oct. 2025 -
Accident will add a couple more runs in LA and open in San Francisco and a few other markets next week but is keeping a small footprint, trusting to awards buzz to help build a long tail for a film that’s not just a hopeful Best Picture and Best Director as well as International Feature.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
19 Oct. 2025
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The series, which premiered in 2023, has gone on to receive numerous accolades, including an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Drama Series and several acting nods for Russell.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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And while the Malawi women’s national team is yet to feature in an international competition, Chawinga’s performances with the Current have earned her global accolades.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Evaless Lightweight Diamond Quilted Jacket A personal favorite, this blue-gray jacket's unique hue is sure to get compliments.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Oct. 2025
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But there were – among the fawning compliments and the conviction an elusive peace was near – bits of good news for Ukraine.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Honorable mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honorable%20mentions. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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