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medals

  • plural
    of medal.
    medal
    noun
    a flat piece of metal, often a disk but sometimes a cross, star, or other form, usually bearing an inscription or design, issued to commemorate a person, action, or event, or given as a reward for bravery, merit, or the like.
  • present tense form
    of medal (3rd person singular).
    medal
    noun
    a flat piece of metal, often a disk but sometimes a cross, star, or other form, usually bearing an inscription or design, issued to commemorate a person, action, or event, or given as a reward for bravery, merit, or the like.

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The blunder follows a similar incident at last year's Great North Run in Newcastle, where medals mistakenly featured the Sunderland and Wear River – which is not part of the event.

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

Six weeks later, with his parents supporting him, Mark competed in the British Championships, winning five gold medals and setting five new British records.

From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026

Conversely, the men's team have thrice finished among the Pro League medals since 2022, and won European silver in 2023.

From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026

The Baltimore-area native won a record 28 medals, including 23 gold, over the course of five Olympic Games.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026

I quickly became the best saber fencer on the Columbia High School team, and I watched my ranking rise at the local competitions, often coming home with medals in my hand.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad