honorary degrees
- plural of honorary degree.
Example Sentences
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She told the Las Vegas Review-Journal her proudest accomplishment was “making sure I got all my children through high school and college”—and she wound up being awarded several honorary degrees herself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
He had been the chancellor of the university since 1999 and held 15 honorary degrees in recognition of his contributions to business, the economy and philanthropy.
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2025
Under Folt, USC awarded honorary degrees to Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II who were denied the chance to continue their USC studies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 5, 2025
A regular lecturer at conferences and universities, and the author of numerous publications on foreign affairs, Picco received honorary degrees and awards from at least five governments.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 10, 2024
“When he gets honorary degrees from other places, perhaps they give him fancy robes and he keeps them here for dressing up....Pan, do you really think it’s not poison in that wine?”
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
