consolation prize
noun
  1. A prize given to a competitor who loses or does not win the first prize.
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Cambridge Dictionary
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Meaning of consolation prize in English - Cambridge Dictionary
2 weeks ago - CONSOLATION PRIZE definition: 1. a small prize given to someone who has taken part in a competition, but who has not won 2. a…. Learn more.
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Dictionary.com
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CONSOLATION PRIZE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com
CONSOLATION PRIZE definition: a prize, usually of minor value, given to the loser or runner-up in a contest, competition, etc., or to all losers who have performed well or met certain standards. See examples of consolation prize used in a sentence.
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Vocabulary.com
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Consolation prize - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com
A consolation prize is an award given to contestants who don't win. If you come in last in your school pushup competition, the gym teacher might give you a consolation prize.
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Collins Dictionary
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CONSOLATION PRIZE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
February 9, 2026 - A prize given to console a loser of a game.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.
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TV Tropes
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Consolation Prize - TV Tropes
August 9, 2008 - Many contests, especially youth-related (and especially more where young children are involved) give ribbons, certificates, etc., to everyone who participated, meaning that even a contestant who fared poorly — but at least did his best — went away with something. In Britain and the Commonwealth the traditional consolation prize is a wooden spoon.
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Merriam-Webster
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CONSOLATION PRIZE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
2 weeks ago - a prize given to a runner-up or a loser in a contest… See the full definition
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Goong
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consolation prize meaning | Goong.com - New Generation Dictionary
She received a consolation prize for her participation in the art contest, which included a certificate of recognition.
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Quora
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What is the most interesting consolation prize you have ever won? - Quora
Answer (1 of 2): Thanks for the A2A! The most interesting consolation prize? Hmm…..that’s tough. I participated in several games, tourneys etc. but I don’t think I’ve ever get any consolation prize. Prizes are usually only given to the 3rd 2nd and 1st winner around here.
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The best selection of Royalty Free Prize Certificate Vector Art, Graphics and Stock Illustrations. Download 28,000+ Royalty Free Prize Certificate Vector Images.
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Cambridge Dictionary
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CONSOLATION PRIZE example sentences | Cambridge Dictionary
However, he got a consolation prize. ... Example from the Hansard archive. Contains Parliamentary information licensed under the Open Parliament Licence v3.0 · All that they are now to get is a contemptuous consolation prize in some cases, by way of a transitional grant for a period of five years only.
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THE MIND PATCH
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Certificate or Consolation Prize? – THE MIND PATCH
June 26, 2015 - It is a practical level of difficulty, a necessary one, which sets her apart, and makes her degree truly first class, and yours, anything but that. You get a consolation prize, instead of a certificate.
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Slate
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Olympics diploma: The little-known consolation prize for finishing just off the podium.
August 7, 2012 - She confirmed that she had received a diploma and even sent me a copy—no need for me to buy one on eBay. For Hight, breaking into the top eight in her sport at the age of 16 meant more than a piece of paper. As she explained, the certificate is stored away with other memorabilia from her two Olympics appearances.
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Fandom
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Consolation Prize | Tropedia | Fandom
January 9, 2026 - When you send a lottery ticket to the mailbox, and you supposedly don't win, you get a ship part as a consolation prize. When you do win, they forget to put the prize alongside the letter, so you receive nothing at all. Neopets' Tiki Tack Tombola has the Booby Prize, which are usually even more pointless than the regular prizes. Many contests, especially youth-related (and especially more where young children are involved) give ribbons, certificates, etc., to everyone who participated, meaning that even a contestant who fared poorly—but at least did their best—went away with something.
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Yxlon International Prizes
5 Prizes: 50 $ Gift Certificate for shopping at · For All: A Consolation Prize from YXLON
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Silentauctionpro
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Consolation Prize Ideas to Consider | Silent Auction Pro
July 21, 2025 - Discover 30+ consolation prize ideas that are fun, thoughtful, and budget-friendly, perfect for raffles, fundraisers, contests, and community events.
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Educalingo
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CONSOLATION PRIZE - Definition and synonyms of consolation prize in the English dictionary
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YourDictionary
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Consolation Prize Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary
Consolation Prize definition: A prize given to a competitor who loses or does not win the first prize.