plumes 1 of 2

noun

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plural of plume
as in prizes
something given in recognition of achievement the Nobel Prize for Literature is the plume that all authors covet

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plumes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of plume
as in prides
to think highly of (oneself) that jerk plumes himself on his supposed athletic skills

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  1. prizes
  2. prides
  3. accolades
  4. trophies
Noun
  • Mega Millions prizes must be claimed within one year from the date of the drawing.
    Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This office can cash prizes up to $199,999.
    Nicole Young, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of prizes
Verb
  • There are menacing white mountain lions that fight fiercely and lions of opposing lion prides that fight aggressively.
    Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 21 Dec. 2024
  • So, how can Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), the new Cap who prides himself on being a non-super-powered superhero, not become instant roadkill?
    Nick Romano, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of prides
Noun
  • The company’s emphasis on research and development has led to several patents and accolades, showcasing its role as a trailblazer in the robotics sector.
    Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
  • His work has garnered him notable accolades, including being a fellow at the Sundance Native Shorts Lab and the inaugural IllumiNative + Netflix Indigenous Producers Program.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of accolades
Noun
  • Swift also recently picked up 10 new Billboard Music Awards trophies this year, bringing her career total to 49, winning more BBMAs than any other artist in history.
    Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The Santiago Bernabeu experienced a very special evening to bid farewell to 2024 — a year in which its resident team won five out of the six trophies available to them.
    Mario Cortegana, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of trophies
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