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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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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
Image Like the mayor himself, Mr. Kerik received kudos for his response to the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
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Sam Roberts, New York Times, 30 May 2025
The kudos hail from not only music industry cognoscenti, but from an array of familiar names including former President Barack Obama, Eminem, Misty Copeland, Taylor Swift and U2, the latter two who have collaborated with the acclaimed rapper.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 22 May 2025
Edwards earned kudos from emergency responders for his presence of mind and dexterity in accomplishing a water landing.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 3 June 2025
Also, kudos to the Sun Sentinel for first shedding light on this issue on Florida waterways.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 1 June 2025
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Sam Roberts, New York Times, 30 May 2025
The kudos hail from not only music industry cognoscenti, but from an array of familiar names including former President Barack Obama, Eminem, Misty Copeland, Taylor Swift and U2, the latter two who have collaborated with the acclaimed rapper.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 22 May 2025
Edwards earned kudos from emergency responders for his presence of mind and dexterity in accomplishing a water landing.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 3 June 2025
Also, kudos to the Sun Sentinel for first shedding light on this issue on Florida waterways.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 1 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kudo
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This means taking positive press mentions or third-party validation (like interviews, features or awards) and weaving them into email campaigns, sales decks or social posts to build trust with new audiences. 3.—
Gianluca Ferruggia,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The maximum possible award was $7,395 during the 2024-25 school year.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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This is not the first time Kaye has taken something intended as a compliment as ultimately patronizing, if not demeaning.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
18 June 2025
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The compliment made the teen visibly light up on stage.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
18 June 2025
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The event, held at the Palladium Times Square in New York City, saw Nat Geo take home the most prizes with six, followed by Netflix with four.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
27 June 2025
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That makes Sears the real rookie prize heading into 2025-26.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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In May, Brown paid tribute to husband Jake Bongiovi on his 23rd birthday with a post on social media.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
29 June 2025
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This hidden cocktail bar pays tribute to Asheville's bold 1907 anti-Prohibitionists who wore red ribbons in defiance.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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Nuno has been talked about, as such, as a realistic contender to challenge Liverpool’s Arne Slot for the manager-of-the-year accolades.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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Lead performances by Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez, along with supporting turns from Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny, are generating buzz and could garner another significant accolade in the name of the Hollywood creator.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
20 June 2025
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The Foundation of Laguna Woods Village received a commendation by the Laguna Woods City Council on May 28 in recognition of its award as the 72nd Assembly District nonprofit of the year.—
Anita Gosch,
Oc Register,
15 June 2025
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Highest commendations to those who made history voting for and passing it through both chambers of the legislature.—
Robert Turner,
Baltimore Sun,
2 June 2025
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“Kudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kudo. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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