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plumes 1 of 2

noun

plural of plume

as in awards

something given in recognition of achievement the Nobel Prize for Literature is the plume that all authors covet

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verb

present tense third-person singular of plume

as in prides

to think highly of (oneself) that jerk plumes himself on his supposed athletic skills

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Russian media outlets later reported that the attack sparked a blaze at the Kstovo oil refinery, sharing images of black plumes of smoke over the horizon. — Hanna Arhirova, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026 Firefighters battled the blaze into the evening after thick plumes of smoke billowed over the quiet fishing hub, which is located 90 miles southwest of Portland and has just over 10,000 residents. — Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026 Other soldiers, friendlies and enemies alike, are glimpsed through trees or plumes of smoke. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the fire broke out near Atlantic Boulevard in Pompano Beach, sending thick plumes of black smoke into the air and bringing northbound traffic to a standstill. — Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 The spacecraft also discovered icy plumes of water erupting from Saturn's moon Enceladus, revealing new clues into that moon's subsurface ocean of liquid water, complete with hydrothermal events like those found in Earth's oceans. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026 Heavy sediment plumes might wipe out host bacteria, halting essential nutrient cycles that sustain the broader ocean. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026 Yes, even more modest expectations went up in big, billowing plumes of toxic black smoke this season. — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2026 Billy Porter, 2021 Billy Porter spread his wings in a dramatic Ashi Studio ensemble and a necklace that resembled peacock plumes, courtesy of Lorraine Schwartz. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026

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Noun

His military awards include six Bronze Star Medals, including one for valor, and a Purple Heart, indicating he was wounded in combat.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 30 Oct. 2026
Corral’s overriding belief is that quality, awards-chasing, festival-style fare can – and should – also be mainstream.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2026

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Verb

Russia prides itself on its digital advances — from an extensive e-commerce services sector to ambitious plans for developing artificial intelligence.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
With hit shows including Real Vikings, Real Dictators, Short History Of and Real Survival Stories, Noiser prides itself on an immersive approach to audio storytelling and high-quality sound design.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of prides

Noun

Every year, the panel awards special prizes to chefs, front-of-house staff, and activists who are leading the charge in hospitality.

— Nathan Tavares, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
In addition to the superior snacks and sips, guests can bid on and win prizes and participate in raffles, with proceeds supporting The Kitchen House’s mission.

— Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of prizes

Noun

Over the course of her long career, Curtis, 67, has developed a lengthy résumé in film and television, winning numerous accolades along the way, including an Oscar and an Emmy (she’s been nominated for a Grammy too — there’s still time for an EGOT).

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Women who've accepted their past mistakes aren't used to accepting accolades.

— Noel Brennan, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of accolades

Noun

Tapestry's recognition also adds to a growing collection of national honors earned by Minnesota food businesses.

— CBS News, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Jacoby will compete for regional Teacher of the Year honors through the central states, followed by a national competition next fall.

— Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026

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