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honoree

[on-uh-ree] / ˌɒn əˈri /
NOUN
guest of honor
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So back to this Thursday, and I am surrounded by other happy honorees in a bubbling brew of crimson robes and black caps.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

“Margo’s Got Money Troubles” “Lots of repeat honorees here, but at least HBO’s ‘The Comeback’ is poised to earn a long overdue nomination for its final season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The announcements of the honorees came in a live episode of the "American Idol" competition, helmed by rockers Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

At last year’s Kennedy Center Honors, the venue’s biggest event of the year, Trevor Milton took in part of the show from the balcony where honorees, celebrities and the president and first lady sat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

All 28 award categories, including the new podcasting award, will still feature six nominees, save for cinematic and box office achievement, which recognizes eight honorees.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2025




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