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to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
the firefighters were rewarded by the city for their heroic actions
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Recent Examples of rewarded
Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 31 Mar. 2026
The Eurovision Song Contest Asia’s exclusive social partner is Zoop, which will introduce a fan participation platform that gives consumers the chance to engage with artists, join communities and be recognised and rewarded for their efforts.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
That meant a free throw for Denver; Nnaji was rewarded for playing the enforcer.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
They were instead rewarded with a five-day break, as the Jazz came to visit.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
The dog is rewarded for the behavior and does it more often.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Hikes to your overnight at San Pedrillo Station are longer and slower, and you’ll be rewarded with a once-in-a-lifetime immersion in the pristine jungle.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
The film rises or falls on Gosling’s lead performance and he’s being rewarded with one of the biggest hits of his career, as well as some early awards chatter.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 29 Mar. 2026
Predictable patent systems send signals — that innovation will be rewarded, that risk is calculable, and that a jurisdiction is serious about technological leadership.
—Laura Peter, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
Johnson was good enough in the minors and in spring training to impress Angels management, and he was rewarded with a spot in the rotation.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 31 Mar. 2026
The Eurovision Song Contest Asia’s exclusive social partner is Zoop, which will introduce a fan participation platform that gives consumers the chance to engage with artists, join communities and be recognised and rewarded for their efforts.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
That meant a free throw for Denver; Nnaji was rewarded for playing the enforcer.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026
They were instead rewarded with a five-day break, as the Jazz came to visit.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026
The dog is rewarded for the behavior and does it more often.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Hikes to your overnight at San Pedrillo Station are longer and slower, and you’ll be rewarded with a once-in-a-lifetime immersion in the pristine jungle.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026
The film rises or falls on Gosling’s lead performance and he’s being rewarded with one of the biggest hits of his career, as well as some early awards chatter.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 29 Mar. 2026
Predictable patent systems send signals — that innovation will be rewarded, that risk is calculable, and that a jurisdiction is serious about technological leadership.
—Laura Peter, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarded
Adjective
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According to Vogue, Princess Kate helped design the blue plaid coat — a possible fashion first for her as a credited collaborator.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Strong, who was honored as the AP Player of the Year on Thursday, had 12 points and 12 rebounds but went 4-for-16 from the field.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Strong, who was honored as the AP Player of the Year on Thursday, had 12 points and 12 rebounds, but went four for 16 from the field.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.—
Pamela Kan,
Forbes,
1 Aug. 2022
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This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Dec. 2021
Verb
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Mesa Soto’s latest feature, Un Poeta, premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2025 festival, where it was awarded the Jury Prize.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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In addition to having golfed with one another, the pair spent time together at the White House in 2019 when Woods was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Jackson should be commended for taking a thoughtful step to strengthen consumer trust and the future of recycling innovation.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Beatriz Andre, acting regional attorney for the EEOC’s Los Angeles District Office, commended Justin and Wonderful for reaching the settlement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Their professionalism and dedication is deeply appreciated.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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So pressure against Hezbollah was growing internally and externally, and the government did things that were not well enough appreciated.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Miles praised the defensive effort of South Carolina.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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The shoe was a hit, praised equally for its design as its comfort, and is currently available in 19 different colorways and materials, including pink or leopard ponyhair, white leather, and tan suede.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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To prevent your prized walnut chopping board and other wooden utensils from drying out too much, store them in an upright, open ceramic crock or wall rack, away from direct heat.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
2 Apr. 2026
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The plaque that Drake Baldwin received for being voted the National League Rookie of the Year was not the only prized hardware that the Braves catcher accepted this past offseason.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Rewarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarded. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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