accolades

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As she walked home two weeks ago, Hailey Contreras carried in a plastic grocery bag all the accolades and graduation regalia from a high school and college career bursting with acclaim.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Since her return to full fitness, Putellas has shown the types of performances that earned her back-to-back Ballon d'Or accolades in 2021 and 2022.

From BBC • May 26, 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

"All these accolades create a buzz around the university and raise the profile of the town, which in turn has a positive influence on prospective students who are choosing where and what to study."

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The woman was bestowed many honors and accolades throughout her life, but her daughter brought her greater joy than any of them.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin