honours list
Britishnoun
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Scott will receive one of six bravery medals as part of the Australian Bravery Decorations honours list, recognising those who put themselves in danger during the tragedy.
From BBC ● Apr. 12, 2026
He was knighted for services to broadcasting and journalism in the 2002 New Year's honours list.
From BBC ● Jan. 25, 2026
Anderson was named in former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's resignation honours list in April for services to cricket.
From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2025
The resignation honours list is a tradition that gives outgoing prime ministers the opportunity to nominate people for honours – often key allies, donors and staff.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2025
In University slang, the term is used of the position of those who fail to obtain a place in the honours list at a public examination, but are allowed a “pass.”
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" by Various
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