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blue ribbon

[bloo rib-uhn] / ˈblu ˈrɪb ən /
NOUN
first place
Synonyms
WEAK
award championship cordon bleu crown cup decoration first prize laurels palms trophy victory
blue-ribbon
ADJECTIVE
excellent
Synonyms
WEAK
ace banner champion fine first-class first-rate quality select splendid superb superior terrific tiptop top
NOUN
first place
Synonyms
WEAK
award championship cordon bleu crown cup decoration first prize laurels palms trophy victory

Example Sentences

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Lancashire, who appeared at the hearing via a video link from HMP Peterborough, wore her brown hair in pigtails - one tied with a pink ribbon and one with a blue ribbon.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Supervisors said they were following the recommendations of a blue ribbon commission, which called in 2022 for the creation of a new county homelessness organization and the streamlining of LAHSA’s responsibilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2025

They point to the work of the blue ribbon commission and a string of highly critical audits as reasons for taking decisive action.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025

The show, hosted by Jason Biggs, features blue ribbon winners from state fairs nationwide competing for a $100,000 prize.

From Salon • Aug. 19, 2024

I did not understand what she said, but I heard her say my name as she held up a blue ribbon.

From "The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child" by Francisco Jiménez