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as in gems
someone or something unusually desirable
in the view of most of her friends, her current boyfriend is certainly no prize
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as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement
the Pritzker Architecture Prize is the world's most prestigious honor in the field of architecture
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as in extracts
to draw out by force or with effort
prizing the stubborn nails out of the board
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as in pries
to raise, move, or pull apart with or as if with a lever
trying to prize apart the jammed gears
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as in treasures
to hold dear
veterinarians know that pets are highly prized by their owners
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Recent Examples of prizes
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
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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Brenda Wineapple,
The New York Review of Books,
4 July 2026
Eisenberg was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for best screenplay, and his screenplay won a BAFTA Award, the Waldo Salt Award at the Sundance Film Festival, an Independent Spirit Award, and numerous other prizes.
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Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 July 2026
For comparison, the Denver Broncos' Empower Field at Mile High sits at — no prizes for this one — one mile or 5,280 feet above sea level.
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Matt Reigle Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
4 July 2026
Director Daniele Vicari will chair the Jury of Film Students, which, for the thirteenth year, will award the Venice Classics prizes for Best Restored Film.
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Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
3 July 2026
Participants have to turn in their passports at La Mar Cocina Peruana on or before July 26 to be eligible for one of three prizes.
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Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.
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Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
Entrants can win a share of more than $5,000 in prizes in the categories of Best Fascinator, Most Glamorous, Best Flowers, Best Racing Theme and All Others.
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Kelley Carlson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Traits once seen as stabilizing — empathy, humility, shame — are recast as liabilities in a world that prizes speed, dominance and certainty.
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Sarah Davanzo,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
This brand prizes its collections on ingenuity and takes inspiration from the opulent interiors across Soho Houses around the world, and this piece is proof.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
Those were some of the 19 Michigan Lottery prizes worth at least $100,000 won or claimed in February.
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Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Compelling candidates such as Simmons or Andrew or Amiwala competed for attention in a system that prizes viability, which is another way to say funding.
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Patrick Hanley,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
All lottery prizes over $5,000 are subject to state and federal taxes.
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Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Franchisees become ambassadors of a lifestyle that prizes energy, empowerment, and human connection.
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William Jones,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
The storybook town of Carmel especially prizes walkability, with a one-square-mile downtown that’s laced with pedestrian-only lanes.
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Sarah Cahalan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
Eternal valor is on the line, along with cash prizes and a sequined belt.
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Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
4 July 2026
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.
—
Brenda Wineapple,
The New York Review of Books,
4 July 2026
Eisenberg was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for best screenplay, and his screenplay won a BAFTA Award, the Waldo Salt Award at the Sundance Film Festival, an Independent Spirit Award, and numerous other prizes.
—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 July 2026
For comparison, the Denver Broncos' Empower Field at Mile High sits at — no prizes for this one — one mile or 5,280 feet above sea level.
—
Matt Reigle Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
4 July 2026
Director Daniele Vicari will chair the Jury of Film Students, which, for the thirteenth year, will award the Venice Classics prizes for Best Restored Film.
—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
3 July 2026
Participants have to turn in their passports at La Mar Cocina Peruana on or before July 26 to be eligible for one of three prizes.
—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
California adjusts lottery prizes based on the number of tickets sold and number of winners.
—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
2 July 2026
Entrants can win a share of more than $5,000 in prizes in the categories of Best Fascinator, Most Glamorous, Best Flowers, Best Racing Theme and All Others.
—
Kelley Carlson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
Verb
Expect coffee shops doubling as gallery spaces, indie venues hosting weekend shows and a community that prizes individuality.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Traits once seen as stabilizing — empathy, humility, shame — are recast as liabilities in a world that prizes speed, dominance and certainty.
—
Sarah Davanzo,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
This brand prizes its collections on ingenuity and takes inspiration from the opulent interiors across Soho Houses around the world, and this piece is proof.
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
Those were some of the 19 Michigan Lottery prizes worth at least $100,000 won or claimed in February.
—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Compelling candidates such as Simmons or Andrew or Amiwala competed for attention in a system that prizes viability, which is another way to say funding.
—
Patrick Hanley,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
All lottery prizes over $5,000 are subject to state and federal taxes.
—
Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Franchisees become ambassadors of a lifestyle that prizes energy, empowerment, and human connection.
—
William Jones,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
The storybook town of Carmel especially prizes walkability, with a one-square-mile downtown that’s laced with pedestrian-only lanes.
—
Sarah Cahalan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prizes
Noun
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The design features an array of glittery gems across the straps.
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But discovering neighborhood gems remains central to how Vetri eats in his own city.
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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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This process extracts the melon’s precious juice and preserves its vivid color.
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Like Fernando Alonso and once upon a time, Sebastian Vettel, Hulkenberg often extracts more out of the car than anyone would expect.
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There are swooping close encounters with heavenly bodies, Lego blocks in antigravity mode and swarms of Separators, a sort of astro-anthropomorphic version of the tool that pries apart Lego bricks in real life.
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The show’s biggest laugh may come when Testa pries open Costanzo’s mouth and pronounces just how many performances of Norma Galas has left.
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Torres now treasures a Bible recovered near the spot where Olvera's body was found.
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Ellison treasures loyalty above all else.
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Sophisticated setting techniques enhance each stone’s brilliance while preserving the fluid movement of the jewels.
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He is draped across a chair, jewels on his hand glistening, and fur rugs lining the floor.
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Their food might be the first mention in Talat’s many accolades, but their bar program can’t be ignored.
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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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Dembele’s pace stretches defenses, Olise has developed into one of Europe’s most creative playmakers and Barcola's intelligent movement constantly pulls defenders out of position.
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As Otto groans, Rhaenrya pulls back and cleaves off Otto's head.
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“Prizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prizes. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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