receive a decoration

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• The veteran was proud to receive a decoration for his service.
• He received a decoration from the Queen for his charity work.
• She will receive a decoration at the official ceremony next month.
• Over his long career, the general has received numerous decorations.
• Did your grandfather ever receive a decoration for his bravery in the war?
• It is the highest honor for a firefighter to receive that particular decoration.
• The scientist received a national decoration for his groundbreaking research.
• In the 19th century, soldiers would often receive a decoration directly on the battlefield.
• The young pilot hoped to one day receive a decoration for valor.
• Although he was very modest, he was deeply moved to receive the decoration.