prizes

word · lemma: prize

/ˈpɹaɪzəz/
PRY-zuhz
/pɹˈaɪzɪz/
PRY-ziz

Definition

Items or money given to someone who wins a game, competition, or contest. "Prizes" is the plural form, meaning more than one prize.

Usage & Nuances

Often used in formal and informal contexts for awards, gifts, or honors. Common collocations: "win prizes", "give out prizes". Not to be confused with "price" (cost).

Example Sentences

All the children got small prizes.

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They hand out prizes for the best costumes every year.

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Some prizes are just for fun, but others are really valuable.

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Everyone's talking about the amazing prizes you can win this year.

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The winners received gold prizes.

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We won two big prizes at the fair.

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