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as in pried
to draw out by force or with effort
prizing the stubborn nails out of the board
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as in pulled
to raise, move, or pull apart with or as if with a lever
trying to prize apart the jammed gears
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as in valued
to hold dear
veterinarians know that pets are highly prized by their owners
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Recent Examples of prized
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Slender and golden, each fry is the prized crispy one at the bottom of every other basket.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
The pumpkin, which is worth several million dollars, was eventually retrieved and a year later replaced by a new version, this time with a stronger structure to protect it from the elements—and maintain its position as a prized photo opportunity.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
At a time when such qualities are more prized (and socially acceptable) than ever, the loafer remains an essential footwear category a century after its creation.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
In 2024, Deadline exclusively reported Crazy Rich Asians scribe Adele Lim would return to work with Disney as director of the third installment of its prized Princess Diaries franchise.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
Some gardeners will plant zinnias as a trap crop, hoping to distract beetles from their prized roses.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Deep in guards with Harmon joining starters Mara Braun, Grace Grocholski and Tori McKinney — plus highly prized prospects Tori Oehrlein and Natalie Kussow — Dawn Plitzuweit is hoping to add some scoring punch inside.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
Guests can valet their cars, get snacks and drinks in between rounds and check in their phones (a prized service since no cellphones are allowed on the course).
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Try Flavorful Heirloom Varieties Heirloom cherry tomato varieties are prized for their flavor and thin skins.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Often called Juneberries because their fruit ripens in early summer, these deciduous trees and shrubs are prized for their compact size, moderate growth rate, and low-maintenance nature.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
Relaxor ferroelectrics are prized for their extreme sensitivity to electric fields.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
Even for those ambivalent to the races, the Mansion is prized for its privacy and extravagance.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026
It’s prized for sculpting a high-definition lip that holds up under the harshest red-carpet lighting.
—Micaela English, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
But nacre, the lustrous substance mollusks use to line their shell, is becoming prized once more, this time in materials science.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
Create privacy For DIY patio privacy, especially in a metropolitan area where space is prized, adding decorative black metal screens and lots of greenery can up the secret garden factor while still achieving an airy outdoor pocket, according to Khachatryan.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Surveillance video from the Three Thirty Three Restaurant in Tempe shows the moment the couple allegedly made their move on May 4, calmly lifting a prized bottle of Louis XIII cognac.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Slender and golden, each fry is the prized crispy one at the bottom of every other basket.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
The pumpkin, which is worth several million dollars, was eventually retrieved and a year later replaced by a new version, this time with a stronger structure to protect it from the elements—and maintain its position as a prized photo opportunity.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
At a time when such qualities are more prized (and socially acceptable) than ever, the loafer remains an essential footwear category a century after its creation.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026
In 2024, Deadline exclusively reported Crazy Rich Asians scribe Adele Lim would return to work with Disney as director of the third installment of its prized Princess Diaries franchise.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
Some gardeners will plant zinnias as a trap crop, hoping to distract beetles from their prized roses.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Deep in guards with Harmon joining starters Mara Braun, Grace Grocholski and Tori McKinney — plus highly prized prospects Tori Oehrlein and Natalie Kussow — Dawn Plitzuweit is hoping to add some scoring punch inside.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
Guests can valet their cars, get snacks and drinks in between rounds and check in their phones (a prized service since no cellphones are allowed on the course).
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
French hydrangeas are prized for their globe-like blooms, popping off like fireworks shows in gardens throughout the late spring and early summer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Try Flavorful Heirloom Varieties Heirloom cherry tomato varieties are prized for their flavor and thin skins.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
Often called Juneberries because their fruit ripens in early summer, these deciduous trees and shrubs are prized for their compact size, moderate growth rate, and low-maintenance nature.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026
Relaxor ferroelectrics are prized for their extreme sensitivity to electric fields.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026
Even for those ambivalent to the races, the Mansion is prized for its privacy and extravagance.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026
It’s prized for sculpting a high-definition lip that holds up under the harshest red-carpet lighting.
—Micaela English, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
But nacre, the lustrous substance mollusks use to line their shell, is becoming prized once more, this time in materials science.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
Create privacy For DIY patio privacy, especially in a metropolitan area where space is prized, adding decorative black metal screens and lots of greenery can up the secret garden factor while still achieving an airy outdoor pocket, according to Khachatryan.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prized
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The shimmering tradition is a treasured piece of only-in-Florida lore.—
Skye Sherman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2026
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The king’s treasured causes, including the environment and harmony among religious faiths, are in contrast to Trump’s.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Being the onstage voice of esteemed auteurs is a privilege Cheng takes seriously, especially when a director’s fans come up to him.—
Tim Grierson,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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No show has ever won more than three awards in a single night at the ceremony, putting Adolescence ahead of esteemed company, including Killing Eve and Happy Valley.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
10 May 2026
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So, what better way to celebrate one of the most revered hours of television ever than to go through what are, in my humble opinion, four of the most overrated TV episodes of all time.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Chavez, one of the most revered figures in the Latino civil rights movement, co-founded what is now the United Farm Workers, a labor union for farmworkers in America.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
5 May 2026
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“Prized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prized. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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