honoree

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He was a finalist for an Online Journalism Award for his coverage of Simone Biles, and his co-produced series on topical political issues was a Webby Award honoree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Glass, a 2018 Kennedy Center honoree, composed his symphony partially based on Lincoln’s 1838 Lyceum address.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

The latest honoree on a Topps baseball card wouldn’t pass the Yankees’ once-stringent facial hair rules.

From Slate • Aug. 29, 2025

McCombs, an All-Big-West First Team honoree, leaned back in the batter’s box after his home run, taking time to admire his go-ahead blast.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2025

In his acceptance remarks, the honoree alluded to his treasured principle of interdisciplinary collaboration.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik