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accolades

NOUN
strong praise, recognition of achievement
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And no champion in 22 years had been so low on individual accolades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

Despite accolades from groups including Historic Hotels of America, tensions between the Roberts family and Riverside preservationists have risen in recent years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Earps' expected return to England would be a high-profile move, having earned numerous individual accolades during a successful international career.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The tail-wagging detective with a "joyful and goofy" personality retired with an extensive list of accolades -- including an Animal of the Year award and Puppy Tales Photos Australian Dog of the Year award.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Unburdened by Oppie’s metaphysical brooding, Ernest Lawrence eagerly accepted public accolades for his role in ending the war.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik



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