1
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
an honorary degree from her alma mater that is simply the latest kudo for an outstanding career in journalism
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2
as in compliment
an admiring personal remark
a kudo is in order for the way the young people acquitted themselves at their first formal dance
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Recent Examples of kudo
Speaking of the interior, massive kudos to Audi for not slapping a bunch of screens on the dash of this beauty.
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Jerry Perez, The Drive, 4 June 2026
In spite of The Connaught’s obvious grandeur and heritage kudos, everyone is treated as equal by each member of staff with the deft service touch that the Maybourne Group pulls off so beautifully.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
The Luce gives them a new option; the ability to own a Ferrari – the kudos that iconic key fob brings – but to do so on their own terms.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Major kudos to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
—Star Parker, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
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Jerry Perez, The Drive, 4 June 2026
In spite of The Connaught’s obvious grandeur and heritage kudos, everyone is treated as equal by each member of staff with the deft service touch that the Maybourne Group pulls off so beautifully.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
The Luce gives them a new option; the ability to own a Ferrari – the kudos that iconic key fob brings – but to do so on their own terms.
—Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Major kudos to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
—Star Parker, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kudo
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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Jelly Roll dedicates Grammy win to wife After winning the Grammy for best contemporary country album, Jelly Roll got emotional on the podium, dedicating the award to his wife, who wept and applauded in the audience.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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In this Fire sign, Venus wants the grand gestures and all the compliments.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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And that’s a compliment to the highest degree.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
17 June 2026
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My journalism awards include the 2010 Society of American Business Editors and Writers prize for commentary.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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In the live finale, New Hampshire native Aubry Bracco was crowned the 50th season Sole Survivor with a $2 million prize.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Amid mounting outcry, Bass offered a public tribute to the dog.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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In a touching tribute, Saliba ran over to the sideline after scoring and held up the jersey of Ismaël Koné, the teammate who left the field on a stretcher minutes earlier after suffering what looked to be a serious leg injury.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Bono presented the accolade, the two talked Springteen’s music and activism and joined Patti Smith and her longtime accompanist Tony Shanahan in People Have The Power to standing ovations, clapping and loud cheers.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
13 June 2026
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Yet, beneath the accolades lies a persistent fear of not being enough.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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For a team sitting 43rd in FIFA’s rankings to deservedly draw with one of the pre-tournament favourites (seventh in those rankings) and secure their first ever point at the World Cup finals warrants commendation.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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His actions came to light when a letter of commendation was sent to the state by Pamlico County Emergency Services.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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“Kudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kudo. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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