1
as in commendations
a formal expression of praise
for their exceptional bravery the firefighters received accolades from both local and national officials
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as in acclaim
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
winning the Nobel Prize for Physics is generally regarded as the highest accolade for a physicist
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as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement
a screen performance that won virtually every accolade that the film world has to offer
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Recent Examples of accolades
Their food might be the first mention in Talat’s many accolades, but their bar program can’t be ignored.
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Blair Crosby,
AJC.com,
5 July 2026
Chosen by chefs, industry professionals and journalists and announced in Milan at the end of June, The Best Pizza Awards are not the only recent accolades for local pizza spots.
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Connie Ogle
july 3,
Miami Herald,
3 July 2026
The Oscar-winning actor playing Zorro is Jean Dujardin, whose run of awards accolades for The Artist remains one of those peculiar head-scratchers.
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Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2026
So, your personal accolades, your personal stats, nothing matters.
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Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
Nonetheless, the 36-year-old’s accolades speak for themselves.
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Ava Dicecca,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Sure, the accolades are great, but there’s nothing better than reading a Spurrier quote.
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Chris Branch,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
The accolades have been there for Humphrey, who — in addition to starting at center as part of the back-to-back Super Bowl championship teams in the 2022 and 2023 seasons — is a three-time All-Pro.
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Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Despite a career filled with awards and accolades, his family says fame was never what mattered most to him.
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Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Blair Crosby,
AJC.com,
5 July 2026
Chosen by chefs, industry professionals and journalists and announced in Milan at the end of June, The Best Pizza Awards are not the only recent accolades for local pizza spots.
—
Connie Ogle
july 3,
Miami Herald,
3 July 2026
The Oscar-winning actor playing Zorro is Jean Dujardin, whose run of awards accolades for The Artist remains one of those peculiar head-scratchers.
—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2026
So, your personal accolades, your personal stats, nothing matters.
—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
Nonetheless, the 36-year-old’s accolades speak for themselves.
—
Ava Dicecca,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Sure, the accolades are great, but there’s nothing better than reading a Spurrier quote.
—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
The accolades have been there for Humphrey, who — in addition to starting at center as part of the back-to-back Super Bowl championship teams in the 2022 and 2023 seasons — is a three-time All-Pro.
—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Despite a career filled with awards and accolades, his family says fame was never what mattered most to him.
—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accolades
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Gold, silver and bronze and honorary commendations will be awarded.
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With close to a 20-to-1 teacher-to-student ratio, the meeting began with commendations about Ruiz’s defensive strides and devoted work ethic.
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The brand launched yesterday to quick acclaim, already featured on Moda Operandi and celebrated at a launch party hosted by Karen Elson with Iman in attendance.
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The idea is to help showcase films that received critical acclaim, but did not secure distribution or acquisition deals.
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In addition to the monetary compensation and scholarship awards, pageantry is also helping the girls build confidence and learn key behavioral skills.
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At the awards show, Swift teamed the ring with a sage green two-piece set by Wiederhoeft.
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On Austin's end, he's shared several touching tributes to his big sister on social media over the years.
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The Mount Rushmore festivities also include performances by military bands and tributes to the Armed Services.
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Having earned top honors in Stakes company in four consecutive years, Hit Show has been a warrior.
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In fact, Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger not only wore the green dot in 2025 but was eventually rewarded with Defensive Rookie of the Year honors for his efforts.
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Eternal valor is on the line, along with cash prizes and a sequined belt.
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That’s not to mention an upcoming summer of local and national festivities that promises fireworks, parades, bands, speeches, prizes, and commemorative everything, from postage stamps and coins to musical compositions.
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Large car rally disrupted in Baltimore Police said 36 traffic citations were issued and 54 vehicles were stopped after a large gathering of vehicles in the 1000 block of Wilson Drive in South Baltimore.
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Dozens of traffic citations were issued and one felony arrest was made during an anti-street racing and reckless driving enforcement operation in Shasta County on Friday, California Highway Patrol officials announced Monday.
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Coco continued to draw applauses and laughs while talking about women showing up to church in high heels and lace.
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“Accolades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accolades. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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