honor roll

noun

: a roster of names of persons deserving honor
especially : a list of students achieving academic distinction

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Donovan Clingan, after posting his third double-double of the season with 19 points and 11 rebounds against the Pirates, was named to the conference’s honor roll for the third time this season. Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2024 This honor roll of 20 single malt Scotch whisky expressions has consistently stood out in international competitions, earning top honors for their quality, complexity, and craftsmanship. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 The cheerleader and honor roll student says remote learning days can be useful for review but are challenging for making any progress. Jackie Valley, The Christian Science Monitor, 4 Oct. 2024 In May 2024, Quincy received the Head of Upper School Award for excelling in academics and athletics by making his school’s honor roll and breaking world records at his track meets. Skyler Trepel, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for honor roll 

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of honor roll was in 1863

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“Honor roll.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/honor%20roll. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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