honoree

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Atkins, who turns 30 in July, is a two-time All-Star and five-time All-Defensive honoree who played an important role in the Washington Mystics’ 2019 championship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

He was a finalist for an Online Journalism Award for his coverage of Simone Biles, and his co-produced series on topical political issues was a Webby Award honoree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Glass, a 2018 Kennedy Center honoree, composed his symphony partially based on Lincoln’s 1838 Lyceum address.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

The latest honoree on a Topps baseball card wouldn’t pass the Yankees’ once-stringent facial hair rules.

From Slate • Aug. 29, 2025

In lieu of cake and gifts, we would pool our food and present an extra slice of bread or cup of coffee to the birthday honoree.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela