as in prizes
something given in recognition of achievement
the Nobel Prize for Literature is the plume that all authors covet
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as in prides
to think highly of (oneself)
that jerk plumes himself on his supposed athletic skills
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Recent Examples of plumes
Katie Thornton, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2025
One agent then tried to break Parias’ driver’s side window, leading to Parias driving forward toward a law enforcement vehicle, according to prosecutors, who said this caused plumes of smoke to form from his tires and sent debris into the air, hitting some agents.
—Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025
The dramatic liftoff, which was caught on video, sent two huge plumes of exhaust into the hazy sky.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Violent clashes have resulted in plumes of tear gas that send children and parents running inside even blocks away.
—Natasha Korecki, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2025
Social media and local news showed plumes of thick black smoke billowing into the sky above the site shortly after the crash.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Oct. 2025
Farmhands in the distance are harvesting hay, not only to provide winter fodder for animals but also to destroy seedling trees and shrubs that might otherwise overgrow the area, while distant plumes of smoke suggest the possible burning of fields after harvest for the same reason.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 7 Oct. 2025
Videos on social media and broadcast by CNN affiliates showed fierce flames engulfing the beachfront property with plumes of smoke rising into the air.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Some went into the hallway and spotted through windows on the front door black plumes of smoke at a distance rising into the sky.
—Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Noun
The poison burst forth from evenly spaced holes, in cloudy underwater plumes.
—Katie Thornton, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2025
One agent then tried to break Parias’ driver’s side window, leading to Parias driving forward toward a law enforcement vehicle, according to prosecutors, who said this caused plumes of smoke to form from his tires and sent debris into the air, hitting some agents.
—Julia Marnin, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2025
The dramatic liftoff, which was caught on video, sent two huge plumes of exhaust into the hazy sky.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Violent clashes have resulted in plumes of tear gas that send children and parents running inside even blocks away.
—Natasha Korecki, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2025
Social media and local news showed plumes of thick black smoke billowing into the sky above the site shortly after the crash.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Oct. 2025
Farmhands in the distance are harvesting hay, not only to provide winter fodder for animals but also to destroy seedling trees and shrubs that might otherwise overgrow the area, while distant plumes of smoke suggest the possible burning of fields after harvest for the same reason.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 7 Oct. 2025
Videos on social media and broadcast by CNN affiliates showed fierce flames engulfing the beachfront property with plumes of smoke rising into the air.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Some went into the hallway and spotted through windows on the front door black plumes of smoke at a distance rising into the sky.
—Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plumes
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There will be a costume contest starting at midnight in Room7, exclusive drink offerings and a chance to win $2000 in cash and prizes.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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There will also be a costume contest with prizes.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Oct. 2025
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Yet in a move that’s out of character for the automaker that prides itself on offering seemingly unlimited levels of customization, each car will be identical—there’s no option for personalization.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
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Ball, since coming into the NBA from UCLA, is one of the best minds on the basketball court, possessing the vision and unselfishness that James also prides himself on.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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Bugonia, the latest from Yorgos Lanthimos, had a great opening weekend as awards season hopefuls including It Was Just An Accident and The Mastermind saw solid expansions at the specialty box office.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
26 Oct. 2025
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Some of Sovereign's wines have even won international awards and competitions.—
Lauren Green,
FOXNews.com,
26 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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The Walk of Fame honors artists and music industry professionals who have made a significant impact on Nashville.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
24 Oct. 2025
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Our annual IndieWire Critics Survey out of the Cannes Film Festival awarded that film top honors (out of all the films at Cannes) as well.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Until a few weeks ago, however, the Chiefs’ outpost inside SubTropolis flew largely under the radar, serving primarily as a depository for historical documents, films, trophies, uniforms and photos.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
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Born in Sydney, Barning owned a construction company and was also an avid fisherman, having won many trophies at previous game fishing competitions, the coroner said.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Plumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plumes. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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