1
as in award
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed
a firefighter who has been awarded several commendations for bravery
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2
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise
a new novel that has received enthusiastic commendations from most of the critics
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3
as in regards
commendations plural, archaic
best wishes
his Lordship extends his hearty commendations
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Recent Examples of commendation
Each of the seven former employees interviewed for this article had received commendations, cash awards or multiple positive reviews yet were told they were being let go because of poor performance.
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Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
There’s a picture of him with Senator Bernie Sanders taken on the steps of the Vermont state capitol; a letter from former Senator Patrick Leahy; a commendation from former Governor Peter Shumlin.
—Alana Semuels/waitsfield, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
Her awards include an Army commendation medal and an achievement medal.
—Lolita C. Baldor, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
Both Eaves and O'Hara had decorated military careers, with multiple commendations for their service.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
There’s a picture of him with Senator Bernie Sanders taken on the steps of the Vermont state capitol; a letter from former Senator Patrick Leahy; a commendation from former Governor Peter Shumlin.
—Alana Semuels/waitsfield, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
Her awards include an Army commendation medal and an achievement medal.
—Lolita C. Baldor, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
Both Eaves and O'Hara had decorated military careers, with multiple commendations for their service.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendation
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For the deluxe to arrive after awards season makes perfect sense on paper.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Apr. 2025
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Watkins is only the fourth sophomore to win the coveted award.—
Brad Adgate,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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John Amos‘ last acting role before his death in August 2024 was in the series premiere of Suits LA, and this Sunday, the NBC drama paid tribute to the late actor with a significant storyline.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
6 Apr. 2025
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Honoring Dikembe Mutombo and Gender Equity in Sports In a significant tribute to one of basketball’s greatest defenders, the 2025 BAL season will honour NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Lane also noted that Spencer was supposed to be on the ice Wednesday night as a medal presenter.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The very best can cement themselves as medal favorites for the 2026 Milan Cortina Games.—
Nick Zaccardi,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2025
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In all of 2024, though, police issued just one citation for underage drinking at the venue, out of 168 issued last year citywide, according to public records.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Apr. 2025
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The services offered at the facility include informal hearings for drivers whose privileges have been suspended or revoked for a single DUI citation, which doesn’t involve a death, and other moving violations.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
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The honor adds to a long list of accolades in her extraordinary career.—
Kim Elsesser,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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But the gritty crime drama is more than deserving of its accolades, and Goggins, as Detective Shane Vendrell, is a major reason for its success.—
Daniel Dockery,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2025
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That’s the ultimate compliment for Davis, who has guided the Blue Devils to 58 wins in his two seasons.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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Executive producer and director Anthony Byrne was in good spirits at the event and full of compliments for his cast.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2025
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However, his signature appears on the document below an acknowledgment of the reprimand, dated May 28, 2015.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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Without official acknowledgment, enforcement and implications of the China-specific policy are likely to draw scrutiny from diplomatic personnel and civil liberties advocates alike, particularly if additional countries are added under similar bans.—
Lee Habeeb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Racing and sports games don’t feature in the top 21 — Mario Kart certainly deserves a mention.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The Michelin Guide, which rates restaurants between one and three stars — with most restaurants not receiving even a starless mention — rates Esmè but one single star.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Commendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commendation. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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