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honorable mention

–noun
a citation conferred on a contestant, exhibit, etc., having exceptional merit though not winning a top honor or prize.

Origin:
1865–70
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honorable mention  
n.  A citation to one who has performed well in a competition but has not been awarded a prize.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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