commendation

That remarkable level of discipline should have gotten John a commendation.

From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026

Roberts-Smith stepped back from active duties at the end of 2012, and formally left the ADF in 2015, shortly after receiving a commendation for Distinguished Service.

From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026

The jurists are hardly due a commendation, since their previous ruling on the question was reversed 9-0 by the Supreme Court this summer.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 18, 2025

He had also received a letter of commendation from police in Edinburgh after rescuing an American tourist who became stranded on Arthur's Seat.

From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2025

Officer David Delinko had stopped on his way home from the police station, where he’d received another commendation from the chief—this time for aiding in the recapture of Dana Matherson.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen

The service-member plaintiffs collectively had more than 130 years of military service and more than 80 commendations.

From Slate ● Sep. 1, 2026

Trump, on the last full day of his first term, awarded Fauci and other members of the Operation Warp Speed team presidential commendations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

As a lieutenant, Mueller led a platoon of troops, was wounded twice in battle, and was awarded numerous commendations including the Bronze Star for bravery.

From BBC ● Mar. 21, 2026

The sycophants bestowed with medals and presidential commendations.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2025

When you hear a gentleman speak in praise of a lady whom you do not think deserving of his commendations, you will gain nothing by attempting to undeceive him; particularly if she is handsome.

From The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners or, Miss Leslie's Behaviour Book by Eliza Leslie