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rewarded

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verb

past tense of reward
as in honored
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement the firefighters were rewarded by the city for their heroic actions

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Recent Examples of rewarded
Verb
After around three years of conflict with workers, Taylor had succeeded in dramatically increasing productivity and was rewarded with a promotion to foreman of the shop. Literary Hub, 12 May 2026 On the other hand, Alabama and the other early adopters will be rewarded accordingly. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 May 2026 In between, Story collected a double, his first extra-base hit since April 29, and was rewarded with cheers. Gabrielle Starr, Hartford Courant, 11 May 2026 New ideas propose to fix this incentive problem Yesterday the National Basketball Association (NBA) rewarded the Washington Wizards handsomely for the team’s losing season, the latest in a consecutive streak. Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 11 May 2026 Just 26% of AI users say their leadership is clearly and consistently aligned on AI strategy, and only 13% say they are rewarded for reinventing work with AI even when results are not immediate. Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 11 May 2026 Gallagher rewarded De Zerbi’s patience with a stunning long-range strike in the 2-1 victory over Unai Emery’s side at Villa Park. Jay Harris, New York Times, 11 May 2026 Those who choose to venture beyond the hotel will be rewarded with jaw-dropping views of the volcanic island, with its famous twin peaks and lush rainforests. Hollie Clemence, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026 You'll be rewarded with a profusion of flowers in late summer. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewarded
Adjective
  • Feehan is also the credited creator of the series, based on characters created by Sheridan and John Linson.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
  • According to Vogue, Princess Kate helped design the blue plaid coat — a possible fashion first for her as a credited collaborator.
    Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Amid his team’s ongoing playoff success, former Heat guard Duncan Robinson has been honored with the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for April.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 9 May 2026
  • At that time, Jennifer will also be honored with an American Spirit Award from the National World War II Museum.
    Andre Mouchard, Daily News, 9 May 2026
Adjective
  • Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.
    Pamela Kan, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022
  • This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.
    Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Dec. 2021
Verb
  • Despite the sloppiness, Rafaela was awarded an RBI single.
    Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
  • The Winner may be required to complete and submit an IRS Form W-9 with the winner’s full Social Security Number or the equivalent for receipt of any prize(s) valued at $600 or more or for any prizes awarded by the Sponsor in a calendar year with an aggregate value of $600 or more.
    AJC.com, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
Verb
  • In 2024, he was commended for making 43 such arrests.
    Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
  • Supervisor Jim Desmond must be commended for making fire preparedness a top priority.
    Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Adjective
  • Oeding said there is no appreciated value on the homes for the first three years of ownership.
    Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
  • The Jays aren’t expecting brilliance from Corbin, but his dull consistency is much appreciated.
    Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 7 May 2026
Verb
  • Other commenters praised Shepard for genuinely prioritizing Bell's desires on the holiday.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 11 May 2026
  • Postecoglou memorably praised them after Bergvall scored in Spurs’ 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the first leg of last season’s Carabao Cup semi-final.
    Jay Harris, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Adjective
  • Surveillance video from the Three Thirty Three Restaurant in Tempe shows the moment the couple allegedly made their move on May 4, calmly lifting a prized bottle of Louis XIII cognac.
    Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
  • Slender and golden, each fry is the prized crispy one at the bottom of every other basket.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026

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“Rewarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewarded. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

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