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as in prize
something given in recognition of achievement
Faye received the highest award in the 16 and under category for her poem
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as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
in their award the board of arbitrators declared that both writers deserved screen credit for their contributions to the final screenplay
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as in to reward
to give something as a token of gratitude or admiration for a service or achievement
we will award the top three contestants in the essay competition
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as in to grant
to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly
custody of the boy was awarded to the grandparents
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Recent Examples of award
Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 25 May 2025
The awards air live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas May 26 at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 25 May 2025
Leonard David, Space.com, 23 May 2025
The film, which seemed to garner a tepid response in the room — or maybe the audience was tired after its 155-minute runtime — played late Thursday on the second-to-last night of the festival, with the ceremony that awards the Palme d’Or set for Saturday evening here to wrap up the 2025 edition.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 22 May 2025
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Noun
Director Yuichiro Hayashi accepted the award on behalf of studio MAPPA and the series’ many creators, following the release of Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK in late 2024, which concluded the long-running saga.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 25 May 2025
The awards air live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas May 26 at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 25 May 2025
Verb
Recently, the Coller Dolittle Challenge awarded the winner of its first $100,000 annual prize to accelerate progress toward interspecies two-way communication.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 23 May 2025
The film, which seemed to garner a tepid response in the room — or maybe the audience was tired after its 155-minute runtime — played late Thursday on the second-to-last night of the festival, with the ceremony that awards the Palme d’Or set for Saturday evening here to wrap up the 2025 edition.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for award
Noun
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The odds of snagging the top prize are 1-in-376,992, according to the lottery’s website.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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The prize is now in its fifth year, and Davis will hand out its top prize at a ceremony Friday evening.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
24 May 2025
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That was guiding a lot of our decision making — how to land the plane in terms of the emotional realities that were going on in the film.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
24 May 2025
Verb
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Warren catcher Katie Monroe’s patience has been rewarded on the softball field.—
Bobby Narang,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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If travel is at the top of your bucket list for summer and beyond, using the right credit card not only provides you with extra protection but also rewards you for your spending.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
21 May 2025
Verb
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In imposing tariffs, which Congress has the constitutional power to approve, Trump invoked his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA), which grants the President authority to regulate commerce in light of threats that can constitute a national emergency.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
30 May 2025
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Never grant remote access unless certain of official support.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Filmed at the legendary actor's Malibu home, the video features footage of Van Dyke's many accolades and awards, sweet clips of him and his extended family, and emotional moments of reflection.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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Sporting some of the world’s highest difficulty on floor and beam, 2025 could be the year for Roberson to capture individual accolades.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Decades of abuse Several dozen victims and rights campaigners gathered outside the courthouse ahead of the verdict, holding a banner made of hundreds of pieces of white paper with black silhouettes, one for each victim.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
28 May 2025
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What was the verdict at Todd and Julie Chrisley’s trial?—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
28 May 2025
Verb
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Accepting the award is bittersweet for the band members, but they’re honored to pay their respects to Vaughn’s legacy.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
30 May 2025
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The decision — the sabbatical — was arrived at with both intending to honor it.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 May 2025
Noun
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In the court of public opinion, any credible allegation of drug use, adultery or moral misstep is typically perceived as career-ending.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
21 May 2025
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In my opinion, these are frivolous objections but all would have been made.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
21 May 2025
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“Award.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/award. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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