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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The 79th Tony Awards telecast kicked off with a bang by giving out two major awards in the first 30 minutes — and before viewers could blink both John Lithgow and Laurie Metcalf had each won the third Tony Award of their careers.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026 -
Both the performances and the awards themselves at the 79th Tony Awards were especially memorable, with surprise winners popping up left and right.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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Born in Uruguay but based in Mexico, Zunino has garnered numerous awards and accolades across both television and film.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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He's considered one of the planet’s most versatile watermen, with accolades that include eight-time stand-up paddle world champion, hydrofoil pioneer, and big-wave master.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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This full-moon experience is designed to calm and restore, compliments of the night sky.—
Judith Garrison,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
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This new flight compliments Aero's growing route network, which currently includes several popular vacation destinations like Aspen, Maui, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Los Cabos, and Sun Valley.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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“Honorable mentions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honorable%20mentions. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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