honorable mentions
Almost-winners get recognized
Honorable mentions are acknowledgments given to entries or participants that didn't win but came close enough to deserve recognition: The film received an honorable mention at Sundance.
The phrase appears in competitions, awards, and lists—a consolation that says "not quite, but notable." Sometimes used loosely for anything worth noting that didn't make the main cut.
- shout outPublic verbal acknowledgment
- plaqueInscribed memorial tablet
- trophyAward for winning
- kudosPraise and honor
- pat on the backGesture showing approval
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- art contestsart contests, art prizes, design competitions, art competitions, design awards
- honoreeshonoree, honorees, award winner, awardee, awardees
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Winning position
winners · gold medalists · gold medal · winner · champions
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