honourable mention

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A special prize or praise given to someone who has not won a main prize but who deserves recognition.

honourableADJECTIVE + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • Her painting didn't win first prize, but it received an honourable mention.
  • An honourable mention was given to the young scientist for his innovative research.
  • The judges awarded three honourable mentions in the photography category.
  • Although he wasn't the overall winner, getting an honourable mention was still a great achievement for him.
  • The results were announced: first place, second place, and two honourable mentions.
  • He worked hard on his essay and earned an honourable mention from the committee.
  • The film received an honorable mention at the Sundance Film Festival.
  • While we're talking about great pizza places, Tony's deserves an honourable mention.
  • The committee will select one winner and several honourable mentions next week.
  • She was an honourable mention recipient in last year's poetry contest.