as in to recognize
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the newlyweds were honored with a dinner given by the bride's grandmother
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as in integrity
faithfulness to high moral standards
the mayor, a man of honor, never broke a promise to the voters
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as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown
a dedicated, caring teacher who is an honor to the teaching profession
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as in glory
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
the honor we give to our soldiers on Veterans Day
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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
has received several honors from the Boy Scouts for his many years of service
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as in privilege
something granted as a special favor
it will be an honor for me to show your aunt around the city
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Recent Examples of honor
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Sarah Jessica Parker ‘enraged’ about threat to public libraries
Parker was honored with a PEN/Audible Literary Service Honoree for her work as a lifelong reader, stewardess of literature and now publisher with her SJP imprint.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 17 May 2025
Aya Batrawy, NPR, 15 May 2025
In a post-apocalyptic city where warring gangs follow a bushido-like code of honor, a new gang, the 400 Boys, forces them to unite.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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Uncle Nearest 1856 is an elegant, meditative whiskey, honoring Tennessee heritage, offering a smooth, flavorful dram.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Sarah Jessica Parker ‘enraged’ about threat to public libraries
Parker was honored with a PEN/Audible Literary Service Honoree for her work as a lifelong reader, stewardess of literature and now publisher with her SJP imprint.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 17 May 2025
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His visit to the UAE is the third stop on his Middle East tour that began with two days of lavish ceremonies in his honor in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
—Aya Batrawy, NPR, 15 May 2025
In a post-apocalyptic city where warring gangs follow a bushido-like code of honor, a new gang, the 400 Boys, forces them to unite.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for honor
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They were both recognized by the Recording Academy for Melodrama when it was nominated for Album of the Year at the 2018 Grammy Awards.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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The university is systematically revising curricula to embed AI across disciplines, recognizing both student demand and workforce needs.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Neal Earley,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
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This pledge to artistic integrity is another reason Lamar continues to accrue a diverse, multi-generational fan base, as demonstrated by the 50,000-plus fans at the Minneapolis tour kickoff.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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While half a dozen of the most popular parks now require reservations just to get in, and others are plagued by bumper-to-bumper traffic between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there are still a handful of natural treasures that haven’t (yet) been discovered by the masses.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Of course, Grandma’s garden was always hiding more treasures.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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The Monaco Grand Prix — which is synonymous with glitz, glamour and glory — is building on the legacy and ties TAG Heuer has to the Principality of Monaco.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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The real story of this Europa League triumph — Tottenham’s first European trophy since the UEFA Cup in 1984 — was how Postecoglou navigated his way through an otherwise disastrous season to glory.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The one-time $60 million equity award is in non-qualified stock options that will vest after three years, with no additional annual equity awards during the first three years of his employment.—
Sriparna Roy,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The royal couple heard speeches and watched a film before presenting awards — the King presenting the Mark Shand Award and Queen Camilla giving the Tara Award, named after an elephant befriended by her brother.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Punishments for killing a grizzly include a maximum civil penalty of $10,000, up to six months in jail, and losing hunting privileges for one to three years, the wildlife agency’s spokesperson T.J. Ross told McClatchy News by email May 21.—
Helena Wegner,
Idaho Statesman,
22 May 2025
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Rubio reiterated that student visas are a privilege not a right, especially if a person engages in property destruction or other acts of violence.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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Lai visited army engineers and anti-submarine helicopter crews at bases in the southern city of Kaohsiung to thank them for their efforts before the traditional Dragon Boat festival at the end of the month.—
Ben Blanchard,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Leah Gallegos thanked police for continuing to investigate her daughter's murder.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
16 May 2025
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This season supports play, flirtation, creative courage, and emotional honesty.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
20 May 2025
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Stevenson thanks them for their honesty, then pours three glasses of whiskey.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
18 May 2025
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“Honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/honor. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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