commendation

Example Sentences

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College admissions experts said the commendation delay would probably have no effect on the admissions or financial aid prospects of any high school student.

From Washington Post

Some parents said the delayed notifications could have affected students’ college or scholarship applications, and other parents and activists alleged the district chose to withhold the commendations to downplay individual achievement in favor of equity.

From Seattle Times

He was highly decorated, receiving numerous commendations, including the Navy Cross — the second-highest medal for valor awarded by the Navy and Marines.

From Washington Post

Many commendations were eventually announced too late to mention in college applications.

From Washington Post

In keeping with tradition for deceased cardinals, the Mass will be said by the dean of the College of Cardinals, currently Italian Giovanni Battista Re, and the pope will give the final blessing and commendation.

From Reuters