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
The city of Saratoga recognized outgoing U.S. Rep. Anna Eshoo with a commendation at an Oct. 15 city council meeting.
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Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 20 Oct. 2024
After a warm series of commendations, the energy of the evening shifted into an infectiously energetic performance from Indian superstar Norah Fatehi with Amit Shah’s AATMA Performing Arts dancers, who pulled assorted guests onto the dance floor to join the fun.
—Sam Falb, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2024
Martinez: The findings from the DOJ investigation and the subsequent consent decree are indeed a challenging development, especially given the longstanding reputation and commendations that the Phoenix Police Department has received.
—Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 11 Oct. 2024
Rapper/activist Gunna received a special commendation from the Mayors of Guaranteed Income, an organization comprised of more than 170 mayors from across the country.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 20 Sep. 2024
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Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 20 Oct. 2024
After a warm series of commendations, the energy of the evening shifted into an infectiously energetic performance from Indian superstar Norah Fatehi with Amit Shah’s AATMA Performing Arts dancers, who pulled assorted guests onto the dance floor to join the fun.
—Sam Falb, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2024
Martinez: The findings from the DOJ investigation and the subsequent consent decree are indeed a challenging development, especially given the longstanding reputation and commendations that the Phoenix Police Department has received.
—Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 11 Oct. 2024
Rapper/activist Gunna received a special commendation from the Mayors of Guaranteed Income, an organization comprised of more than 170 mayors from across the country.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendation
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Simply by virtue of being an HBO drama with good viewership numbers, The Penguin is at least going to be in the awards conversation.Joe Reid, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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For achieving such a broad impact on the computing world, the 2024 Apple Mac mini with M4 Pro earns a hearty Editors’ Choice award for small-form-factor desktops.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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There was a Beatles medley to represent the ’60s, a Huey Lewis and the News tribute for the ’80s and a bit of Taylor Swift to bring us up to date.Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Celine Dion has paid tribute to iconic producer/arranger/composer and bandleader Quincy Jones, following his death Sunday at age 91.Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
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He had been awarded a Bronze Star for valor and had won numerous other medals during his time in the Marines, including two Marine Purple Heart medals.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Two more double golds followed in 2022 and 2023, which secured that platinum medal.Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 29 Oct. 2024
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Traffic citations are pending as Major Accident Detectives continue investigating.Karina Atkins, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2024
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The city will cover the remaining costs through local funding and citation revenues, but the state has required the city to reinvest any net revenue from the program into traffic calming measures.Devan Patel, The Mercury News, 31 Oct. 2024
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The following year, as part of Robb Report’s Best of the Best accolades, it was named 2013 Best Specialty Vehicles: Sports Car.Howard Walker, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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Yet, in addition to all of her on-court accolades as a standout college player at UConn and in the WNBA, Taurasi has been a trailblazer in other areas outside of sports.Andy Frye, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Gregory is touched by the compliment and proud of his ability to connect with a student, but Darnell isn’t pleased with the idea of another man forming a bond with his son.Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
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If former President Donald Trump is to be believed, some of the richest and most powerful people in the world have called him to lavish him with compliments.Gaby Del Valle, The Verge, 31 Oct. 2024
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Israel distributed videos of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military chiefs coordinating from a defense ministry bunker, a rare acknowledgment of an attack on the Islamic Republic and an expansion of what has been until now mostly a shadow war.Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2024
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As part of her investigation, Haaland put together a list of recommendations, the first of which is to issue a formal acknowledgment and apology from the U.S. government.Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024
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There’s been scant mention of it even though it’s obviously increased in visibility over the past eight years.Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
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If your goal is to earn more money while staying in your current role, focus on slowly building your audience; securing speaking engagements and media mentions might complement your career growth plan.Leigh Cuen, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Commendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commendation. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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