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
These recognitions all represent an incredibly high degree of success within the legal community.
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Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
These recognitions reflect the strength and dedication of DMUSD’s exceptional staff across all schools and departments.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Among player recognitions this season, defenseman Eric Pohlkamp was recently named a top-10 finalist for the highest individual honor in men's college hockey, the Hobey Baker Award.
—Jack Lowenstein, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
But then, over the course of several viewings, new recognitions dawned—on the social contract, illusions of class, and the artist’s deft use of color in this gorgeous study of red, white, and blue.
—Laura Brown, Artforum, 25 Mar. 2026
The revelations also put California school districts — already gearing up for annual commemorative recognitions of Chavez and his contributions — in a difficult position.
—Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
In Argentina alone, Italian citizenship recognitions rose to 30,000 in 2024, from 20,000 in 2023, while Brazil saw a rise to 20,000 from 14,000.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
See the additional recognitions below.
—Sarah Feldberg, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Feb. 2026
Halverson was awarded the Bronze Star, the Distinguished Unit Badge, and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, among other recognitions, before his return to Minnesota in 1945.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 24 Feb. 2026
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
These recognitions reflect the strength and dedication of DMUSD’s exceptional staff across all schools and departments.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
Among player recognitions this season, defenseman Eric Pohlkamp was recently named a top-10 finalist for the highest individual honor in men's college hockey, the Hobey Baker Award.
—Jack Lowenstein, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
But then, over the course of several viewings, new recognitions dawned—on the social contract, illusions of class, and the artist’s deft use of color in this gorgeous study of red, white, and blue.
—Laura Brown, Artforum, 25 Mar. 2026
The revelations also put California school districts — already gearing up for annual commemorative recognitions of Chavez and his contributions — in a difficult position.
—Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
In Argentina alone, Italian citizenship recognitions rose to 30,000 in 2024, from 20,000 in 2023, while Brazil saw a rise to 20,000 from 14,000.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
See the additional recognitions below.
—Sarah Feldberg, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Feb. 2026
Halverson was awarded the Bronze Star, the Distinguished Unit Badge, and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, among other recognitions, before his return to Minnesota in 1945.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognitions
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Henry both exec produced and starred in Dope Thief, Apple TV’s series helmed by Ridley Scott, which earned him Emmy and Critics Choice Award nominations, among other accolades.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
13 Apr. 2026
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His baseball accolades include being all-district two straight seasons, at second base in 2024 and at third base last season.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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His musical would go on to receive critical acclaim and commercial success.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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As one of the world’s preeminent art museums, the Prado hosts rotating exhibitions that always draw acclaim.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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But an acknowledgments section is meant to thank and honor those who supported a writer along their path to publication.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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On publication of the manuscript, the ghostwriter is typically named, albeit obliquely – perhaps identified as a friend or consultant in the acknowledgments section.—
Emily Hodgson Anderson,
The Conversation,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Recognitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognitions. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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