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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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
The good vibes, the kudos, the opportunities seized.
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Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Weinstock has been recognized for his innovative marketing campaigns at Paramount, kudos including 2025 Forbes Entrepreneurial CMO 50, highlighting impactful marketing heads across major global brands; and the Adweek 50 of 2025 spotlighting leaders in advertising, marketing, media and technology.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Now, huge kudos to everyone involved in making this episode.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Ice Spice received a ton of love in her comment section on Instagram, which included kudos from boyfriend Sauce Gardner, as well as Kali Uchis, Kehlani, Cash Cobain and Soulja Boy.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 22 Aug. 2025
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Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Weinstock has been recognized for his innovative marketing campaigns at Paramount, kudos including 2025 Forbes Entrepreneurial CMO 50, highlighting impactful marketing heads across major global brands; and the Adweek 50 of 2025 spotlighting leaders in advertising, marketing, media and technology.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
Now, huge kudos to everyone involved in making this episode.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Ice Spice received a ton of love in her comment section on Instagram, which included kudos from boyfriend Sauce Gardner, as well as Kali Uchis, Kehlani, Cash Cobain and Soulja Boy.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kudo
Noun
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Diane Brady is an award-winning business journalist and author who has interviewed newsmakers worldwide and often speaks about the global business landscape.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
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The season after Hazan shared his concerns with me, Beasley had a career year, finishing second in the league in three-pointers made and emerging as a finalist for the league’s Sixth Man of the Year award.—
Danny Funt,
New Yorker,
28 Oct. 2025
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The team now boasts a healthy compliment of offensive weapons for Mahomes to target, with all of Kelce, Rice, Xavier Worthy and Marquise Brown providing different aspects for the team to utilize.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
28 Oct. 2025
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The compliments started as soon as the two leaders met on Tuesday morning.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Since 2014, Tulsa’s Woody Guthrie Center has awarded the prize to past honorees like Pete Seeger, Mavis Staples, Kris Kristofferson, Norman Lear, John Mellencamp, Chuck D, Joan Baez, Bruce Springsteen, Pussy Riot, and Tom Morello.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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This office can cash prizes up to $49,999.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Following the news of the internet star’s death, several of his friends shared tributes on social media.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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The tribute serves as a powerful reminder to follow the beat of your own drum, trust in your unique talent and embrace your individuality with confidence.—
Karla Cote,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Federal investigation reveals wide criminal net Browse the website of Chen’s Prince Group, and the company’s public image is one of charitable endeavors, business accolades and awards for corporate social responsibility initiatives, large donations to anti-Covid efforts, and education programs.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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Awarded writers and filmmakers received accolades from industry partners including AMC Networks, Enderby Entertainment, Josephson Entertainment and the Writers Guild of America East.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
25 Oct. 2025
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In his role as an officer, Baker received multiple chief’s commendations, including one in 2011 for his role in flawlessly executing multiple critical tasks during a domestic shooting incident involving a man who allegedly shot and wounded his wife in their suburban townhouse neighborhood.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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The mode is one of willing commendation, trading on the imperative, hortative and jussive moods, the latter two of which have long disappeared from the English tongue.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Kudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kudo. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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