blue ribbon
Example Sentences
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Lancashire, who appeared at the hearing via a video link from HMP Peterborough, wore her brown hair in pigtails - one tied with a pink ribbon and one with a blue ribbon.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
They point to the work of the blue ribbon commission and a string of highly critical audits as reasons for taking decisive action.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025
Ten bakers from across the country compete for $100,000 and a spectacular blue ribbon; they include a Long Island farmer, a retired New Mexico pulmonologist and an Iowa mom who’s collected hundreds of blue ribbons.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2024
For passenger peace of mind, in front of each a screen displays the route, with a translucent blue ribbon representing the path ahead and with information about the destination and arrival time.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023
“Not just anything. The blue ribbon, for beating that Shagufta Chaudhry,” Naano repeats, and I decide that Shagufta Chaudhry must be her sworn enemy.
From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan
