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as in prize
something given in recognition of achievement
Faye received the highest award in the 16 and under category for her poem
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as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
in their award the board of arbitrators declared that both writers deserved screen credit for their contributions to the final screenplay
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as in to reward
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
we will award the top three contestants in the essay competition
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as in to grant
to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly
custody of the boy was awarded to the grandparents
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Recent Examples of award
Kif Leswing, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article Conference-winning St. John’s was well-represented in the Big East’s 2024-25 awards, but to many of its players, there was a notable snub.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2025
Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
The team also won the NWSL Shield, awarded to the team with the best regular-season record.
—Doha Madani, NBC News, 13 Mar. 2025
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Noun
In total, Tan’s compensation package has about $66 million in long-term equity awards and options in addition to salary, bonuses, and legal expenses.
—Kif Leswing, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
Listen to this article Conference-winning St. John’s was well-represented in the Big East’s 2024-25 awards, but to many of its players, there was a notable snub.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
Just last year, the EPA awarded the city about $50 million to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
—Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
The team also won the NWSL Shield, awarded to the team with the best regular-season record.
—Doha Madani, NBC News, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for award
Noun
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Both missed out on the prizes at the 97th Oscars, which were held a the Dolby Theatre a week last Sunday (March 2).—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2025
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Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim prizes and are encouraged to sign the back of their ticket, the Florida Lottery said.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Bad decisions, usually a string of them, are responsible for most mountain accidents.—
Ashley Thess,
Outdoor Life,
14 Mar. 2025
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Mark’s decision to reintegrate; Helly’s attempt to carve her own path after her outie’s violation; Dylan G’s budding relationship with his own outie’s wife; and Irving’s dawning realizations about the true nature of Burt Goodman (Christopher Walken).—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That’s a nice contract to reward the team’s top special teamer.—
Kevin Fishbain,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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While this initiative aims to reward family formation, DOT also justifies its stance by saying projects will go to areas with rising populations, which presumably would need them in years to come.—
Haisten Willis,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Hoffman was granted a temporary reprieve by a federal judge, but it was overturned Friday by the Fifth Circuit courts and additional attempts to stop the state’s execution were also rejected Tuesday morning.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
19 Mar. 2025
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For those in need, Form 4868 is the unsung hero of spring, granting you an automatic six-month extension to file your tax return.—
Ashley Case,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The special accolade celebrates artists’ contributions to pop culture.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2025
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American, German, Italian, French, and British companies competed in the late 1920s and early 1930s to outdo one another in size, speed, and luxury, culminating in legendary races to claim the Blue Riband, the accolade for the fastest Atlantic crossing.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The jury in a New York City murder trial is frustrated by a single member whose skeptical caution forces them to more carefully consider the evidence before jumping to a hasty verdict.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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The jury deliberated for approximately 20 minutes before handing down a guilty verdict to 29-year-old Gregory Haendiges, who was charged with battery on a child, the Delaware County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office said in a March 18 news release.—
Kate Linderman,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Rahm isn’t the first to honor his nation with his food choices at the prestigious dinner.—
Ben Church,
CNN,
19 Mar. 2025
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The celebration will honor the incredible talent advancing Asian and Pacific Islander representation in front of and behind the camera over the last year, and highlights their exceptional efforts in entertainment.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Siena pollsters did not ask New Yorkers their opinion on Trump’s move to end the toll.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
10 Mar. 2025
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Bezos' decisions about the opinion pages led veteran journalists who have been a part of the Post for decades to cut ties, including Associate Editor David Maraniss and former Senior Managing Editor Cameron Barr.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Award.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/award. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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