1
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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1
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
Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 3 Mar. 2025
That film, Soul, was nominated for — and won — the same awards for which The Wild Robot is nominated at CAS and MPSE (Sound of Metal won the year Soul was nominated at the Oscars).
—Beatrice Verhoeven, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Feb. 2025
Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Through the support of the LIM College Fashion Education Foundation, two scholarships will be awarded to students.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 28 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Earlier in the awards season, Karla Sofía Gascón explicitly mentioned injustices against trans people while speaking for the cast after the film’s triumph in the best musical or comedy film category at the Golden Globes.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 3 Mar. 2025
That film, Soul, was nominated for — and won — the same awards for which The Wild Robot is nominated at CAS and MPSE (Sound of Metal won the year Soul was nominated at the Oscars).
—Beatrice Verhoeven, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Feb. 2025
Verb
Local establishments submit button designs every year and the foundation holds a contest that awards a trophy for the best one.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Through the support of the LIM College Fashion Education Foundation, two scholarships will be awarded to students.
—Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for award
Noun
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Bong was just the second director of Asian descent to win the prize (Ang Lee had won twice).—
Scott Feinberg,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Feb. 2025
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The Brutalist could steal the prize, though, since films about the craft that’s being honored sometimes have an advantage.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2025
Noun
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More big stories Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley took the extraordinary step of appealing Mayor Karen Bass’ decision to dismiss her.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2025
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Andy Palmer faced similar decisions in his six years as CEO of Aston Martin and earned his Godfather of EVs nickname for pioneering the Leaf while global COO of Nissan.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That’s a nice contract to reward the team’s top special teamer.—
Kevin Fishbain,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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While this initiative aims to reward family formation, DOT also justifies its stance by saying projects will go to areas with rising populations, which presumably would need them in years to come.—
Haisten Willis,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Lutnick did not specifically mention plans to grant funds under the program to Starlink, or any other satellite service.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Davidson deserved patience, and Blackhawks fans were willing to grant that request, knowing the damage former GM Stan Bowman had done to the organization.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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And then there were the accolades—namely back-to-back AD100 honors and being named House & Garden’s 2024 Interior Designer of the Year.—
Mel Studach,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2025
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Get to know the pair with a complete relationship timeline, starting with the latest: 2025 Saldaña wins several prestigious accolades for her work in Emilia Perez, with Marco accompanying her to events including the 2025 Academy Awards.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The case still has a long way to go before a verdict will be reached and IA's fate potentially decided.—
Ashley Belanger,
Ars Technica,
7 Mar. 2025
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Following the verdict, Superior Court Judge Elizabeth C. Leaming sentenced Jean-Baptiste to 364 days in prison.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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And having young people celebrate 100 days of school by honoring our elders can be a great thing.—
Kelly Papa,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2025
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Now the storied pharmacist and retailer won’t honor that milestone, because it no longer will be publicly owned.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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Although last year was challenging for many B2B businesses and opinions on the outlook for 2025 are mixed, some say this year could bring some improvements.—
Jason Leverant,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Siena pollsters did not ask New Yorkers their opinion on Trump’s move to end the toll.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Award.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/award. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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