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Angliholic Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

A fitting tribute/praise/compliment

This award is a fitting tribute to his 20 years of humanitarian work.

Hi,
Does "tribute" in the above equal "praise" and 'compliment?" Thanks.
  

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They are similar but not exactly equal. In your sentence, "tribute", if it is to be changed, is better replaced by "recognition". Chris

  • They are similar but not exactly equal.
  • In your sentence, "tribute", if it is to be changed, is better replaced by "recognition".
  • Chris
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They are similar but not exactly equal. In your sentence, "tribute", if it is to be changed, is better replaced by "recognition".

Chris

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