as in accolades
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 recognitions
For her efforts and achievements, Becker has earned multiple recognitions in recent years.
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Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
The Nobel Peace Prize remains one of the most prestigious global recognitions, with its selection process designed to uphold integrity, impartiality, and long-term historical value.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Kidman has solidified herself as one of the most powerful and influential actors of modern times, winning an Oscar, two Emmys and six Golden Globes, among other recognitions.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Eight Allina hospitals received recognitions.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
The Honeywell investment builds on UNC Charlotte’s recent R1 research designation, one of the highest recognitions for universities, to advance research in areas such as AI safety and smart infrastructure.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
The recent recognitions and Israel’s aggressive counterreaction may well push more countries to issue similar threats.
—Shira Efron, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025
That leaves Germany and Italy as the remaining large European states that have not joined the flurry of EU member state recognitions.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025
Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
The Nobel Peace Prize remains one of the most prestigious global recognitions, with its selection process designed to uphold integrity, impartiality, and long-term historical value.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Kidman has solidified herself as one of the most powerful and influential actors of modern times, winning an Oscar, two Emmys and six Golden Globes, among other recognitions.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Eight Allina hospitals received recognitions.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 28 Sep. 2025
The Honeywell investment builds on UNC Charlotte’s recent R1 research designation, one of the highest recognitions for universities, to advance research in areas such as AI safety and smart infrastructure.
—Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025
The recent recognitions and Israel’s aggressive counterreaction may well push more countries to issue similar threats.
—Shira Efron, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2025
That leaves Germany and Italy as the remaining large European states that have not joined the flurry of EU member state recognitions.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognitions
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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 65-year-old has received acclaim for roles such as Gloria Trillo on The Sopranos, earning her an Emmy nomination in 2001.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Despite examining one of the most notorious American serial killers in history (played here by Michael Chernus), this show, which has received wide critical acclaim, doesn’t directly depict any of Gacy’s crimes.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Oct. 2025
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In the acknowledgments, the author thanked the sheriff by name for making a difference in his life.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Oct. 2025
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That announcement included Brooks’ name in its list of acknowledgements.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Recognitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognitions. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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