honorable mention

noun

: a distinction conferred (as in a contest or exhibition) on works or persons of exceptional merit but not deserving of top honors

Examples of honorable mention in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Received all-Bay Area News Group honorable mention recognition. —

Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2024 After much discussion, a few iconic hot sauces came out on top: one clear winner, another in second, and two tied for an honorable mention. —

Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2024 Was a first-team all-Bay Valley Athletic League selection and all-BANG honorable mention honoree. —

Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2024 His absence opened the door for Walker, a true freshman who finished with 24 tackles and 5 for loss, earning honorable mention for Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year. —

Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 13 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for honorable mention

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Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of honorable mention was in 1797

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“Honorable mention.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/honorable%20mention. Accessed 11 Sep. 2024.

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