In awarding her an honorary doctorate, officials at Hebrew University praised Ms. Streisand's dedication to Israel.
In awarding them victim status, she also, of course, got them off the hook.
In awarding his Nobel, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences cited his work on economic and political decision-making.
In awarding him the peace prize, the Nobel committee cited his two-decade non-violent struggle for civil rights.
"In awarding the prize, they said it was about recognizing the work of the past 16 years, but also the work that lies ahead, in Syria".
In awarding the prize, the Norwegian Nobel committee said that Maathai "combines science, social commitment, and active politics.
In awarding the distinction, PC Gamer stated: "It was the only contender".
In awarding the Pulitzer, they did the journalists and their source proud.
In awarding this medal, President Bush -- not for the first time -- has shown huge brass ones.
In awarding the 2014 Super Bowl to New York, the NFL suspected a rule that required a 50-degree temperature or dome field for the big game.
He used superlatives and adjectives in awarding praise.
