red ribbon

American  

noun

1. a badge, banner, rosette, or the like made of red-colored ribbon or other material and used to signify the achievement of second place, as in a contest.

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Etymology

Origin of red ribbon

First recorded in 1715–25

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Example Sentences

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red ribbon

Cascades of red ribbon are snuggled up among the details, their white snowflakes adding to the thematic design.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 23, 2022

She likes the contrast of the natural greens and red ribbon against the white plate.

From Washington Post ● Dec. 14, 2022

It marks each holiday season by asking designated drivers to display a red ribbon on their cars.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 6, 2022

Actor Sally Dynevor, who plays Sally Metcalfe, cut a red ribbon to officially open the set on Thursday.

From BBC ● Dec. 2, 2022

Mrs. Granger pulled off the red ribbon and tore off the paper and lifted the lid of the box.

From "Frindle" by Andrew Clements

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