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as in detection
ability to positively identify someone or something
The research concerns the capacity for pattern recognition in dogs.
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as in acknowledgement
the state of being publicly acknowledged or known for something (such as an achievement)
The group was pleased to finally receive recognition for their groundbreaking work.
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Recent Examples of recognition
Women who haven’t received rightful recognition for their contributions to American fashion at large are uncovered as well.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
During World War II, the University of Washington received substantial federal funding for military development, giving the state national recognition and solidifying it as an institution for research.
—Meira Gebel, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
While March celebrates Women’s History Month, the profound and lasting contributions of women deserve recognition every day.
—Elsa Sevilla, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Gantt is still in disbelief that one of his buildings has received recognition.
—Buffy Gorrilla, NPR, 28 Feb. 2025
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
During World War II, the University of Washington received substantial federal funding for military development, giving the state national recognition and solidifying it as an institution for research.
—Meira Gebel, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
While March celebrates Women’s History Month, the profound and lasting contributions of women deserve recognition every day.
—Elsa Sevilla, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Gantt is still in disbelief that one of his buildings has received recognition.
—Buffy Gorrilla, NPR, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognition
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This technology allows for early detection of potential threats, such as flooding, fires or earthquakes, and enables proactive measures to safeguard infrastructure.—
Danny Hayes II,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Tests showed up to 85% accuracy in detection, even in early stages.—
Michael Irving,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2025
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Data from the Campus Vote Project shows several states, including Texas, Iowa and Missouri, do not accept student IDs as valid identification to vote.—
Stephen C. Phillips,
The Conversation,
25 Feb. 2025
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Its parent company, Cox Automotive, has developed software to read a battery's condition based on remaining capacity and other factors that help determine the health of an EV battery by vehicle identification number (VIN), not just an estimate by model type.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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The film’s non-linear narrative has drawn praise from critics in Spain and abroad.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2025
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Neither general manager Alex Anthopoulos nor manager Brian Snitker would commit to that course Tuesday but both sang the praises of the player, the top freshman in the Atlanta camp.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Aim not for fleeting moments of acknowledgment, but for meaningful, enduring influence—the type that reverberates long after the moment has passed.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Several speakers offered brief acknowledgments of Argamani’s testimony before launching into criticisms of Israel.—
Rachel Wolf,
Fox News,
25 Feb. 2025
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While Puerto Rico is renowned for its top-tier gastronomy, the island also earns abundant acclaim for its prowess at rum production, with Ron del Barrilito providing newcomers with the perfect opportunity to explore the local scene at its very best.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Heston appears only in a small role, while Roddy McDowall — who earned acclaim for his portrayal of chimpanzee Cornelius in the original — sits this film out entirely.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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And then there were the accolades—namely back-to-back AD100 honors and being named House & Garden’s 2024 Interior Designer of the Year.—
Mel Studach,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2025
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Get to know the pair with a complete relationship timeline, starting with the latest: 2025 Saldaña wins several prestigious accolades for her work in Emilia Perez, with Marco accompanying her to events including the 2025 Academy Awards.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Recognition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognition. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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