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Phrase(s): recognize someone or something for something
1. to identify someone or something as something. • I recognized the deal for a scam as soon as I heard about it. • Anyone could recognize Max for a common thief. 2. to show appreciation to someone or something for something. • The organization recognized Laura for her excellent contributions to the philanthropy committee. • The officers recognized the committee for its outstanding efforts.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs