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Recent Examples of knighthood
In addition, both received the Order of the British Empire in different years (2003 and 2017, respectively), and some tabloid media are shuffling the possibility of their knighthood.
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Nuria Luis, Glamour, 4 Dec. 2024
In the spring, Porte Jacquemus became the youngest designer ever named a Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, France’s cultural knighthood.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
His exploits earned him a knighthood, becoming Sir Ernest Shackleton in 1909.
—Jack Guy, CNN, 10 Oct. 2024
After World War One he was honored with a knighthood in recognition of his military service and his remarkable contribution to modern medicine.
—Elsa Richardson, TIME, 3 Oct. 2024
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Nuria Luis, Glamour, 4 Dec. 2024
In the spring, Porte Jacquemus became the youngest designer ever named a Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, France’s cultural knighthood.
—Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
His exploits earned him a knighthood, becoming Sir Ernest Shackleton in 1909.
—Jack Guy, CNN, 10 Oct. 2024
After World War One he was honored with a knighthood in recognition of his military service and his remarkable contribution to modern medicine.
—Elsa Richardson, TIME, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knighthood
Noun
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But the trouble with chivalry is that the chevalier decides what is best for the lady without consulting her.—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
21 Jan. 2025
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Consumers are getting caught up on the chivalry of knights as well.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Prince William is stepping out with King Charles and Queen Camilla to recognize recipients of the U.K.'s highest honors for gallantry.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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Foster a Climate That Is Inclusive, Not Exclusive There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
14 Dec. 2024
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The unidentified Hamilton County Sheriff’s deputy was fatally struck around 1 p.m. near the university, which was hosting a graduation ceremony.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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Fergie Jenkins soaks up the adoration as the Chicago Cubs unveil his statue outside Wrigley Field When Fergie Jenkins attended the statue dedication ceremonies for his former Chicago Cubs teammates at Wrigley Field, the thought had to cross his mind.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2025
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“Knighthood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knighthood. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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