1
as in gems
someone or something unusually desirable
in the view of most of her friends, her current boyfriend is certainly no prize
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2
as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement
the Pritzker Architecture Prize is the world's most prestigious honor in the field of architecture
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as in extracts
to draw out by force or with effort
prizing the stubborn nails out of the board
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as in pries
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 treasures
to hold dear
veterinarians know that pets are highly prized by their owners
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Recent Examples of prizes
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Attendees could donate to be added to a raffle to win prizes like local restaurant gift cards, travel equipment or experiences like free Santa Cruz Warriors tickets.
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Gabrielle Gillette,
Mercury News,
23 June 2026
In 2024, MyRacehorse's Seize the Grey delivered a historic victory in the 149th Preakness Stakes, giving thousands of fractional owners a share in one of horse racing's most prestigious prizes.
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Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The show also included giveaways, prizes, food and beverages and again served as a fundraiser for the Mooseheart Kids Christmas Fund.
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David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Charged with sorting through 2,129 images from more than 500 people, judges have named their shortlist of 100 pictures vying for prizes in the 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) competition.
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New Atlas,
21 June 2026
For prizes of $50,000 or more, you are required to claim in person at the Hoosier Lottery headquarters in Indianapolis.
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Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
21 June 2026
Lottery officials said 64 top prizes remain still up for grabs in the $100,000 Cash Payday game, which debuted in March.
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Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Cash prizes will be available in addition to food.
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Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Traits once seen as stabilizing — empathy, humility, shame — are recast as liabilities in a world that prizes speed, dominance and certainty.
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Sarah Davanzo,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
This brand prizes its collections on ingenuity and takes inspiration from the opulent interiors across Soho Houses around the world, and this piece is proof.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
Those were some of the 19 Michigan Lottery prizes worth at least $100,000 won or claimed in February.
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Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Compelling candidates such as Simmons or Andrew or Amiwala competed for attention in a system that prizes viability, which is another way to say funding.
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Patrick Hanley,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
All lottery prizes over $5,000 are subject to state and federal taxes.
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Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Franchisees become ambassadors of a lifestyle that prizes energy, empowerment, and human connection.
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William Jones,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
The storybook town of Carmel especially prizes walkability, with a one-square-mile downtown that’s laced with pedestrian-only lanes.
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Sarah Cahalan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
No one won the Mega Millions jackpot or any of the Match 5 prizes.
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Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Attendees could donate to be added to a raffle to win prizes like local restaurant gift cards, travel equipment or experiences like free Santa Cruz Warriors tickets.
—
Gabrielle Gillette,
Mercury News,
23 June 2026
In 2024, MyRacehorse's Seize the Grey delivered a historic victory in the 149th Preakness Stakes, giving thousands of fractional owners a share in one of horse racing's most prestigious prizes.
—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The show also included giveaways, prizes, food and beverages and again served as a fundraiser for the Mooseheart Kids Christmas Fund.
—
David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Charged with sorting through 2,129 images from more than 500 people, judges have named their shortlist of 100 pictures vying for prizes in the 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) competition.
—
New Atlas,
21 June 2026
For prizes of $50,000 or more, you are required to claim in person at the Hoosier Lottery headquarters in Indianapolis.
—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
21 June 2026
Lottery officials said 64 top prizes remain still up for grabs in the $100,000 Cash Payday game, which debuted in March.
—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Cash prizes will be available in addition to food.
—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Verb
Expect coffee shops doubling as gallery spaces, indie venues hosting weekend shows and a community that prizes individuality.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Traits once seen as stabilizing — empathy, humility, shame — are recast as liabilities in a world that prizes speed, dominance and certainty.
—
Sarah Davanzo,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
This brand prizes its collections on ingenuity and takes inspiration from the opulent interiors across Soho Houses around the world, and this piece is proof.
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
Those were some of the 19 Michigan Lottery prizes worth at least $100,000 won or claimed in February.
—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Compelling candidates such as Simmons or Andrew or Amiwala competed for attention in a system that prizes viability, which is another way to say funding.
—
Patrick Hanley,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
All lottery prizes over $5,000 are subject to state and federal taxes.
—
Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Franchisees become ambassadors of a lifestyle that prizes energy, empowerment, and human connection.
—
William Jones,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
The storybook town of Carmel especially prizes walkability, with a one-square-mile downtown that’s laced with pedestrian-only lanes.
—
Sarah Cahalan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prizes
Noun
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The design features an array of glittery gems across the straps.
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But discovering neighborhood gems remains central to how Vetri eats in his own city.
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In addition to the monetary compensation and scholarship awards, pageantry is also helping the girls build confidence and learn key behavioral skills.
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At the awards show, Swift teamed the ring with a sage green two-piece set by Wiederhoeft.
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This process extracts the melon’s precious juice and preserves its vivid color.
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Like Fernando Alonso and once upon a time, Sebastian Vettel, Hulkenberg often extracts more out of the car than anyone would expect.
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There are swooping close encounters with heavenly bodies, Lego blocks in antigravity mode and swarms of Separators, a sort of astro-anthropomorphic version of the tool that pries apart Lego bricks in real life.
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The show’s biggest laugh may come when Testa pries open Costanzo’s mouth and pronounces just how many performances of Norma Galas has left.
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Ellison treasures loyalty above all else.
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My grandmother treasures a mink coat her father bought her more than 60 years ago.
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Sophisticated setting techniques enhance each stone’s brilliance while preserving the fluid movement of the jewels.
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He is draped across a chair, jewels on his hand glistening, and fur rugs lining the floor.
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Despite a career filled with awards and accolades, his family says fame was never what mattered most to him.
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His past accolades include being honored by the Red Cross and Congress and being awarded the Legion of Merit.
Verb
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Dembele’s pace stretches defenses, Olise has developed into one of Europe’s most creative playmakers and Barcola's intelligent movement constantly pulls defenders out of position.
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As Otto groans, Rhaenrya pulls back and cleaves off Otto's head.
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“Prizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prizes. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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