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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
The recognition is reserved for women who lead as trailblazers in their respective fields and who have made extraordinary contributions to society.
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Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 10 July 2025
The festival’s organizers selected Converge as the inaugural Firekeeper Alliance band, representing the organization’s values, at the festival, and Newton sees that recognition as a special honor.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 10 July 2025
Still, the acting and name recognition that came with it meant that the Breslin siblings' childhood was far from typical.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 10 July 2025
Its role is to coordinate the search and recognition of the next Dalai Lama, working independently of any political interference.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
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Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 10 July 2025
The festival’s organizers selected Converge as the inaugural Firekeeper Alliance band, representing the organization’s values, at the festival, and Newton sees that recognition as a special honor.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 10 July 2025
Still, the acting and name recognition that came with it meant that the Breslin siblings' childhood was far from typical.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 10 July 2025
Its role is to coordinate the search and recognition of the next Dalai Lama, working independently of any political interference.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for recognition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recognition
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Additionally, install antivirus software and AI enabled spoof detection software, and consider utilizing packet filtering features offered by various suppliers.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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One used sensors and open-source satellite data to build a wildfire detection system.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
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The bill, sponsored by then-Rep. Tim Dunn of Yuma, would have compelled users of pornography sites to submit proof of identification or use a third-party identification system to provide the proof.—
Ray Stern,
AZCentral.com,
7 July 2025
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For all of its identification with workwear, there’s a strong tradition of chambray being worn on campus, too.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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Bryan, who selected the $100,000 winning envelope, chose to split the prize with Amaya — a decision that earned some praise but also a few critics.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
14 July 2025
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Looking back on Jones' stint as a guest star, Smith had high praise for the musician.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio emerged from a 40-minute meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Thursday with an acknowledgment that talks between Moscow and Kyiv for peace in Ukraine have not progressed much.—
Chris Boccia,
ABC News,
10 July 2025
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That acknowledgment comes as Iran’s theocracy has slowly begun to admit the scale of the damage wrought by the 12-day war with Israel, which saw Israeli fighter jets decimate the country’s air defenses and conduct strikes at will over the Islamic Republic.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2025
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Angélique Kidjo’s four-decade career has been marked by an unapologetic grace and global acclaim, with her 2025 Grammy nomination standing as a testament to the enduring success of authentic African artistry in the professional music world.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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And even that may not enable him to reach his previous level of acclaim.—
Curtis Bunn,
NBC news,
3 July 2025
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Oval Beach often receives accolades as one of the best beaches in Michigan.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
13 July 2025
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Mayer previously ran the Mentors at Cordova High program and was awarded the 2012 Rancho Cordovan of the Year accolade.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
12 July 2025
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“Recognition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recognition. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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