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Synonyms

honorable mention

American  

noun

  1. a citation conferred on a contestant, exhibit, etc., having exceptional merit though not winning a top honor or prize.

Etymology

Origin of honorable mention

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

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Ask a famous writer how they do what they do, and “Bird by Bird” will likely get honorable mention.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

Her work on an investigative series into Brazil’s deadly dam collapse won a 2019 Sabew and received an Overseas Press Club of America honorable mention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

She was part of a team that won a 2021 Sabew honorable mention for stories detailing fashion’s new China problem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

The Bruins coach let the honorable mention All-American know that if he wanted to play in the NBA, his defense would have to improve and he’d be held accountable.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

Pua’s collage earns an honorable mention, as does Nalu’s drawing of Narnia.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

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