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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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
Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
For greater impact, combine different textures, heights, colors, and plumes.
—Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Residents were outraged watching cars make a literal ring of fire near two gas stations, followed by plumes of black smoke at the intersection of Eliot Avenue and 69th Street in Maspeth.
—Lisa Rozner, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Israeli warplanes have unleashed an intense barrage of strikes on the southern town of Nabatiyeh, sending giant plumes of black smoke billowing over the regional hub of southern Lebanon.
—Yarden Segev, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
Estimating methane from a reservoir is trickier than measuring plumes from natural gas wells or landfills, scientists say.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
In the space of 10 minutes, a CNN team saw four strikes in the early afternoon, resulting in huge plumes of black smoke and an immediate response by ambulances and emergency services.
—Riane Lumer, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
This will be the crew’s chance to spot coronal features such as streamers and plumes, which can help scientists understand the activity of the sun’s magnetic field.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 6 Apr. 2026
President Trump posting this video on Saturday showing heavy bombing inside Iran while thick plumes of smoke are seen rising from a petrochemical complex in Iran’s southwestern region.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
Fire and plumes of smoke rise from an oil facility in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, Saturday, March 14, 2026.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
For greater impact, combine different textures, heights, colors, and plumes.
—Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026
Residents were outraged watching cars make a literal ring of fire near two gas stations, followed by plumes of black smoke at the intersection of Eliot Avenue and 69th Street in Maspeth.
—Lisa Rozner, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Israeli warplanes have unleashed an intense barrage of strikes on the southern town of Nabatiyeh, sending giant plumes of black smoke billowing over the regional hub of southern Lebanon.
—Yarden Segev, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
Estimating methane from a reservoir is trickier than measuring plumes from natural gas wells or landfills, scientists say.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
In the space of 10 minutes, a CNN team saw four strikes in the early afternoon, resulting in huge plumes of black smoke and an immediate response by ambulances and emergency services.
—Riane Lumer, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
This will be the crew’s chance to spot coronal features such as streamers and plumes, which can help scientists understand the activity of the sun’s magnetic field.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 6 Apr. 2026
President Trump posting this video on Saturday showing heavy bombing inside Iran while thick plumes of smoke are seen rising from a petrochemical complex in Iran’s southwestern region.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plumes
Noun
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No Lakers players, nor coach JJ Redick, landed as finalists for end-of-season individual awards.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
20 Apr. 2026
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Hutchings recently claimed the Grand Prix at the B&T 30 Under 30 awards after winning the media sales and account management category.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This is where Smith prides himself as being an authority figure.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The general consensus was the Wild had gotten away from their identity of being a responsible bunch that prides itself on being hard to play against in all areas.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But its grand opening ceremony is set to invite the community out to experience the restaurant’s neighborhood atmosphere with various festivities, including a Plinko game for chances to win exclusive merchandise and prizes, the news release said.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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The 20 Years lottery game has three top prizes, and two have yet to be claimed.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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And that’s a career defined by three Super Bowl titles, and more than enough accolades to end up with a bronze bust in Canton one day.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The choice of San Diego as the awards location isn’t necessarily an indication that special accolades will be awarded to local restaurants this year.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Defender Chad Vandegriffe earned All-MASL First Team honors after leading the league in blocks for the second straight season and becoming the MASL’s all-time leader in the category.—
Nathan Dunn,
Kansas City Star,
22 Apr. 2026
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Williams was a damn good running back, even earning All-Pro honors in 2002, but McNabb wound up being selected to six Pro Bowls and even led the Eagles to within a few minutes of winning the franchise's first Super Bowl.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Plumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plumes. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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