consolation prize

NOUN

runner-up prize

Synonyms

WEAK

booby prize second prize silver medal

Antonyms

WEAK

grand prize

Example Sentences

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Absent that, Donnyland could be an attractive consolation prize.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

But the Lakers postseason run isn’t a bad consolation prize.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

That’s the consolation prize for losing the entire U.S. government as a customer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

A play-off spot would have been viewed as an unlikely consolation prize at the start of the season.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2025

There’s no way to avoid standing up and walking across the stage to accept my consolation prize.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison