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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
Jamelle Bouie, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
McBride rewarded the Knicks with 16 points, including a trio of 3-pointers in the first three minutes of the second quarter.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026
Walmart had been richly rewarded last year for helping inflation-weary consumers, while Costco lagged after internal changes and softer membership data.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
And producing, you're kind of rewarded for not being truthful.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Wrestlers are rewarded for greater effort, more force and louder grunts.
—Dan Pompei, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
These bills send a clear message that political violence will never be excused, rewarded, or forgotten, and that our democracy is worth defending with action, not just words.
—Norma Torres, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
The Pendleton Act stated that federal government jobs had to be rewarded based on merit and jobs would only be given through rigorous and competitive exams, per the National Archives.
—Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
The Clippers rewarded the 36-year-old point guard with a two-year, $81 million contract extension.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
Trump is at once a symptom of this disease and its apotheosis, a living representation of all the ways the United States has encouraged, tolerated and rewarded the most selfish and antisocial behaviors imaginable, at least among a certain class of person.
—Jamelle Bouie, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
McBride rewarded the Knicks with 16 points, including a trio of 3-pointers in the first three minutes of the second quarter.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026
Walmart had been richly rewarded last year for helping inflation-weary consumers, while Costco lagged after internal changes and softer membership data.
—Luke Fountain, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
And producing, you're kind of rewarded for not being truthful.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Wrestlers are rewarded for greater effort, more force and louder grunts.
—Dan Pompei, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
These bills send a clear message that political violence will never be excused, rewarded, or forgotten, and that our democracy is worth defending with action, not just words.
—Norma Torres, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
The Pendleton Act stated that federal government jobs had to be rewarded based on merit and jobs would only be given through rigorous and competitive exams, per the National Archives.
—Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
The Clippers rewarded the 36-year-old point guard with a two-year, $81 million contract extension.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarded
Verb
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On January 12, two weeks after her death, Jack honored his sister in his first event on the campaign trail after the tragic loss.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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Thirty years later, Pac’s Maryland roots will be honored by the hometown Os.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 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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In the fall, Fuerza Regida and Street Mob Records awarded four full scholarships for Cal State San Bernardino students and provided free meals to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries when the government shutdown delayed the distribution of benefits.—
Andrea Flores
Jan. 8,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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Although Hall won his third Vezina Trophy — at the time awarded to the goalies on the team that allowed the fewest goals — in 1966-67, the Hawks left him unprotected in the NHL expansion draft, and the Blues pounced.—
Chris Kuc,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The judging panel, which this year included actor Emma Watson, commended the property for capturing the spirit of Beijing through its blends of traditional Hutong architecture and modern refinement.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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The dean of the diplomatic corps, François commended the council for establishing specialized judicial units to investigate financial crimes and mass atrocities.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Still, Khabouth believes that feeling appreciated can play a meaningful role in a player’s decision.—
Denny Alfonso,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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That said, your contribution needn’t cost money or be complicated or over-the-top to be meaningful and appreciated.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
30 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Special teams coordinator Tracy Smith has also routinely praised Scott’s willingness to do whatever is asked of him.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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Officials praised the responders and said many of them received specialized water rescue training thanks to a federal grant.—
Christine Sloan,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Two years ago this week, the Philadelphia Flyers and Anaheim Ducks were the talk of the league when prized prospect Cutter Gauthier headed west in exchange for promising young defenseman Jamie Drysdale and a second-round draft pick.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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The prized fish, which was caught off Oma in northern Aomori prefecture, weighed in at a hefty 536 pounds (243 kilograms).—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Diane was also known for collaborating with esteemed filmmaker Nancy Meyers, including Father of the Bride and Something's Gotta Give.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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To the esteemed members of Congress, there is your initial start to legislation.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Rewarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarded. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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