Academy Awards

Cultural  

1. Prizes given annually in Hollywood by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for excellence in film performance and production. The symbol (see also symbol) of the award is a small statue called an Oscar. The academy's top awards are for best picture, best director, best actor and actress, and best supporting actor and actress.

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Example Sentences

Forman’s adaptation won eight Academy Awards, including best picture and best director.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

With that success, streamers became eager to spend big to chase the prestige that comes with the Academy Awards.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

It’s a curious trend considering Cannes premieres have become a staple at the Academy Awards and three 2025 selections were nominated for best picture this calendar year.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

US actors Angelina Jolie, Jared Leto, Matt Damon and Jeff Bridges have all admitted to losing track of their gilded Academy Awards over the years.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Then he opened the envelope slowly, like he was at the Academy Awards announcing the Best Actor category.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon