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as in award
something given in recognition of achievement
an honorary degree from her alma mater that is simply the latest kudo for an outstanding career in journalism
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as in compliment
an admiring personal remark
a kudo is in order for the way the young people acquitted themselves at their first formal dance
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Recent Examples of kudo
The athlete's dynamic redemption number earned her enthusiastic kudos from the judges.
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Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
This is a great time of year to place an emphasis on employee recognition by giving team members kudos and incentives to stay motivated and connected.
—Ankur Bindal, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Indeed, the film was one of Taiwan’s most awarded of 2023, collecting multiple kudos at the Golden Horse Awards and the Taipei International Film Festival.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 25 Nov. 2024
There is clearly some kudos to owning English brands in the Land of Smiles.
—Matt Slater, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
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Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
This is a great time of year to place an emphasis on employee recognition by giving team members kudos and incentives to stay motivated and connected.
—Ankur Bindal, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Indeed, the film was one of Taiwan’s most awarded of 2023, collecting multiple kudos at the Golden Horse Awards and the Taipei International Film Festival.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 25 Nov. 2024
There is clearly some kudos to owning English brands in the Land of Smiles.
—Matt Slater, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
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Rookie guard Jared McCain, a front-runner for the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award, is sidelined indefinitely with a meniscus tear in his left knee, the team announced Saturday.Tony Jones, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024
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The wide receiver and lockdown cornerback dominated on both sides of the ball for coach Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes, joining late running back Rashaan Salaam in 1994 as the only players in school history to take home college football’s most prestigious individual award.Mike Fitzpatrick, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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Jolie receives these words graciously, but the right compliment can still pierce her defenses.Dave Itzkoff, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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My favorite second-skin scent never fails to elicit compliments.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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Key Background In September, a single ticket holder from Texas won a $800 million Mega Millions jackpot, the second biggest Mega Millions prize of the year so far.Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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First prize will receive $15,000, second prize will receive $10,000, and third prize will receive $5,000.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Each piece in the collection pays tribute to Ferguson’s longstanding history with the brand as well as Ksubi pieces she’s kept throughout the years.Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Dec. 2024
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Swift closed out her Eras Tour in Vancouver on Dec. 8 with a tribute to the fans who attended the shows throughout its run.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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The Bills know that Allen is playing the best football of his career, with the likely league accolades to follow.Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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According to Gastineau, Favre took a dive on the record-breaking play, ultimately handing Michael Strahan the accolade.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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Both officers had also received multiple commendations for their service.Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
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Bob’s Big Boy is now California Pita, whose grand opening in 2007 occasioned a commendation from then-Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Kudo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kudo. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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