Honorable mention Meaning in English
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Definición
A recognition given to someone whose work or performance was not the top winner but still considered especially good or worthy of notice. It usually means you didn't win, but you were close and are commended for your effort.
Uso & Matices
Common in competitions, academic events, and art shows. It is formal and positive, but clearly below main prizes. Not a first, second, or third place; often awarded when judges want to acknowledge extra effort or talent. Avoid confusing with 'winning'.
Oraciones de Ejemplo
He received an honorable mention in the science fair.
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The painting did not win, but it got an honorable mention.
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Three students won prizes and two got honorable mention.
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Even though I didn't place in the top three, getting an honorable mention meant a lot to me.
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The judge gave honorable mention to several creative entries that didn’t quite fit the main categories.
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She was thrilled to see her name listed under honorable mention in the results announcement.
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