as in decoration
a piece of metal given in honor of a special event, a person, or an achievement
the display case held an impressive array of military medals from World War II
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Recent Examples of medal
Shortly after winning his Olympic medal, the French cyclist won bronze at the 1948 World Championships.
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Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Ali Truwit won two Paralympic swimming medals in Paris last summer.
—Micki Fahner, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
Lee presented Trump with the country’s highest honor, a medal usually reserved for South Korean leaders.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Since her announcement nearly a year ago, Vonn has come to realize that an Olympic medal—especially a gold—will elevate her place in sports history.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 27 Oct. 2025
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Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Ali Truwit won two Paralympic swimming medals in Paris last summer.
—Micki Fahner, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
Lee presented Trump with the country’s highest honor, a medal usually reserved for South Korean leaders.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 29 Oct. 2025
Since her announcement nearly a year ago, Vonn has come to realize that an Olympic medal—especially a gold—will elevate her place in sports history.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 27 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for medal
Noun
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Jump down for more can’t-miss deals on inflatable outdoor Christmas decorations.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025
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The monkey got spooked from an animatronic decoration and sought refuge in the ceiling.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The royal family holds about 30 investitures a year as awards ceremonies for recipients of the biannual honors lists to accept their insignia and celebrate their outstanding contributions.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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At the center of the dark hall, filled with students in maroon jackets, the UMC insignia branded the pulpit at the center of students’ focus.—
Liam Adams,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In 2025, Ohtani is likely to earn another MVP award, adding to his ever-expanding trophy cabinet.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The piece signals transformation, but the spontaneous laugh turns luxury into connection; by the red-gown reveal, the necklace reads less like a trophy and more like a charm that’s worked.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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At the time, The American Theatre Wing presented men with lighters and women with small gold medallions.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The medallion-style pattern contrasts the more modern patterns on the throw pillows, but a cohesive color scheme maintains a harmonious look.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Medal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medal. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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