honored

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Asked about how the president feels to have the Florida airport named after him, Eric Trump said he was "honored" and "humbled."

From Barron's • Jul. 9, 2026

He was selected by his colleagues to serve as acting mayor and president pro tem on multiple occasions, according to UCLA, which honored him in 2003 with a Public Service Award.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2026

Her work was honored as part of an investigative series named a 2026 Pulitzer Prize finalist in Local Reporting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

On Friday, the city of L.A. honored the series’ decade-long run and legacy of uplifting bolero music by declaring Aug.1 “Día del Bolero.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

At least the Shareefs honored this animal by giving thanks, and by turning it into a beautiful, nourishing meal.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown