as in prize
something given in recognition of achievement
the Nobel Prize for Literature is the plume that all authors covet
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Recent Examples of plume
Sydney Barragan, Daily News, 20 June 2026
The arching stems and feathery plumes of ornamental grasses make a fantastic partner to the dense flower power of dahlias in late summer.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026
Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
If this ends up on Monteverde’s menu, catch me there tomorrow, a Road-Runner puff of dust pluming behind.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
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Noun
Air monitoring conducted Wednesday evening found particulate matter levels were generally near background levels, although brief increases were detected within the smoke plume.
—Sydney Barragan, Daily News, 20 June 2026
The arching stems and feathery plumes of ornamental grasses make a fantastic partner to the dense flower power of dahlias in late summer.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026
Verb
Video from Metro Fire firefighters at the scene showed heavy, pluming smoke and visible flames before firefighters knocked down the blaze just after 3 a.m.
Crews were at work until about 5:30 a.m. mopping up the scene, according to Metro Fire.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
If this ends up on Monteverde’s menu, catch me there tomorrow, a Road-Runner puff of dust pluming behind.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plume
Noun
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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
Verb
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Pittsburgh is a city that prides itself on supporting local businesses, and there’s no better place to see that in action than the Strip District.—
Gabby Sartori,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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In a city that prides itself on international flavors, Loryn Nalic’s food shines.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Midwest Living,
17 June 2026
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ElAttrache’s patients include 18 of 29 players who won the MVP or Cy Young awards over the past 10 years.—
Los Angeles Times Staff,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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The award will recognize a singular work selected from qualifying American narrative television and film that address environmental issues through creativity and possibility.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
23 June 2026
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The James Beard Awards, among the highest accolades in the American culinary industry, were announced Monday night, turning winning restaurants into must-visit destinations.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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His numerous accolades include 11 Primetime Emmys and five Directors Guild of America awards.—
Alicia Victoria Lozano,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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“Plume.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plume. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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