Sentence examples for as a commendation from inspiring English sources

By 1987, the critic Robert Hughes nominated Freud as the greatest living realist painter, and after the death of Francis Bacon five years later, the sobriquet could be taken as a commendation, or it could imply an honour fit for an anachronistic "figurative" artist working in London.

The subject of banning journalists from fashion shows seems as quaint as the practice itself, neither a commendation to the industry nor a badge of honor to the critic.

As the top shooter, Volodya explained, Alec would be in line for a commendation as a Stakhanovite marksman, and this would include official recognition at the Young Communists meeting and special mention in the factory newspaper.

The rebels complied with her demands, and for her work in the Congo, Maganwe received a commendation as the best company commander on her mission.

In retirement, he was active as a weekly reader for the Jewish School for the Blind from which he received a commendation for five years of excellent service.

A Fire Island summer house received a commendation.

Steven N. Carozza wrote in a recommendation for a commendation.

The book has won numerous awards, including a commendation for the Carnegie Medal.

In September 2011 Klein received a Commendation from the House of Representatives in recognition of his book.

He was later exonerated of any wrongdoing, even receiving a commendation, according to the police chief.

Ms. Trudel received a commendation from the Navy for her work.