honours
Britishplural noun
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observances of respect
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(often capital)
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a high mark awarded for an examination; distinction
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observances of respect at a funeral
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ceremonies performed by troops in honour of royalty, at the burial of an officer, etc
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His honours also include a world title, 12 World Marathon Major victories and two official world records.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
Paramount traces its roots back 1912 and also boasts more than 100 Oscars for classics spanning from The Godfather to Titanic, though the studio has not mirrored the same recent spate of Hollywood honours.
From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026
His pace, energy and on-pitch persona propelled him into the public consciousness and into contention for international honours.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
Berlin rolled out the red carpet for Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who was received with military honours by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and was later to meet Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
But although he became the most respected scientist of his time, Boyle retained his retiring, modest nature and declined many honours.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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