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as in detection
ability to positively identify someone or something
The research concerns the capacity for pattern recognition in dogs.
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as in praise
the state of being publicly acknowledged or known for something (such as an achievement)
The group was pleased to finally receive recognition for their groundbreaking work.
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Recent Examples of recognition
Another possible factor in Martinez’s lead other than City Hall backlash could be his relatively strong name recognition in District 8.
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2026
Building credibility and recognition can take time, making early preparation a consideration for many brands.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 June 2026
The decision reflects a growing recognition that successful reentry is an important component of public safety, workforce development, housing stability, and community well-being.
—Beth Hines, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2026
Some results show up later in the form of brand recognition or customer loyalty, which makes short-term ROI harder to pin down.
—Wyles Daniel
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2026
Building credibility and recognition can take time, making early preparation a consideration for many brands.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 June 2026
The decision reflects a growing recognition that successful reentry is an important component of public safety, workforce development, housing stability, and community well-being.
—Beth Hines, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2026
Some results show up later in the form of brand recognition or customer loyalty, which makes short-term ROI harder to pin down.
—Wyles Daniel
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognition
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Health authorities believe the outbreak, which took the eastern region of Congo by surprise after spreading silently for weeks without detection, started in the bustling mining area of Mongbwalu in Ituri province.—
Justin Kabumba,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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In 2023, the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) Board approved a contract worth over $1 million to install an AI detection layer on top of its district-wide network of cameras and related security infrastructure.—
Cyrus Farivar,
ArsTechnica,
7 June 2026
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Quince's tees earn high praise for their soft texture and durability.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Still, Kind has nothing but praise for Reiser and Hunt.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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Accepted forms of identification include a driver’s license, utility bill, mortgage document or lease agreement, a vehicle registration, bank statement or recent credit card bill.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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The festival is a 21-and-older event and valid identification is required for entry.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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The solution is a more humble acknowledgment of what price indices can and cannot do, combined with policy institutions that reduce the stakes of getting measurement wrong.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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And a mandate to turn the page can subtract the acknowledgement, or even some of the urgency, of where exactly this team sits — which at the moment is the bottom of the baseball world.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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But behind the acclaim lies an ongoing challenge in an industry that prioritizes commerce over creativity, which, Lennon says, drew him to the story of artists he’s known and admired for years.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 June 2026
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Both danced in New York before going on to greater acclaim in Europe.—
Marina Harss,
New Yorker,
3 June 2026
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He's considered one of the planet’s most versatile watermen, with accolades that include eight-time stand-up paddle world champion, hydrofoil pioneer, and big-wave master.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The awards came shortly thereafter, doling out the first accolades in 1991.—
Carly Westerfield,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 June 2026
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“Recognition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognition. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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