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honours

/ ˈɒnəz /

plural noun

  1. observances of respect

  2. (often capital)

    1. (in a university degree or degree course) a rank of the highest academic standard

    2. Hons( as modifier ) Compare general pass

      an honours degree

  3. a high mark awarded for an examination; distinction

  4. observances of respect at a funeral

  5. ceremonies performed by troops in honour of royalty, at the burial of an officer, etc

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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So what has changed since the takeover and why didn't the wealth of Newcastle's owners automatically mean more success and honours?

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She has been a regular visitor to the controversial Yasukuni Shrine, which honours Japan's war dead including convicted war criminals.

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In 2017, she became a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire but - unlike Hyacinth - honours did not go to her head.

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"The truth is, Ethan had successfully attained a 2:1 honours degree, despite the university repeatedly informing him he had been unsuccessful."

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They experienced highs with both stars winning and being nominated for top honours in their respective industries.

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