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awards shows vs award shows

Both "awards shows" and "award shows" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Awards shows" is used when referring to shows that present awards, while "award shows" is used more generally to refer to any type of show or ceremony that gives out awards.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 454 views

awards shows

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to shows that present awards.

Use "awards shows" when talking about television programs or events that are specifically designed to present awards to individuals or groups.

Examples:

The Oscars and the Grammys are popular awards shows.
She enjoys watching awards shows to see who wins.
There are many awards shows throughout the year celebrating achievements in various fields.

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I read something about a fight at an award show.
Rock stars wear t-shirts to award shows.
That's one for the awards show.
There's nothing worse on tv than a Half-empty awards show.
He produces this whole awards show.
It's an award show, judge, that requires their presence at panels and special screenings.
So the big TV Award show's coming up.
There's nothing worse on tv than a Half-empty awards show.
All of the best award shows include a surprise.
Because they're on the crew of the award show.
I went to an awards show wearing a look Britney liked.
The only awards show where the trophies take batteries.
And I need a dress for an awards show.
He promised me tickets to his girlfriend's awards show.
I know he's foul, and I'm going to this awards show to put some pressure on him.
They tabulated the ballots for all the big award shows, including the Silver Globes.
This is just the first of way too many award shows.
No, I saw her put it in her purse before we went to the Awards Show.
Plus, I think there's an awards show there or something this weekend.
No, I'm not much for award shows.

Alternatives:

award ceremonies
award presentations
prize-giving events
honors programs
trophy ceremonies

award shows

This phrase is correct and commonly used in a more general sense to refer to any type of show or ceremony that gives out awards.

Use "award shows" when talking about any type of show or event that involves the presentation of awards, regardless of the specific focus of the show.

Examples:

The school's annual award show recognizes outstanding students.
The company hosts an award show to honor employees' achievements.
The film festival includes an award show for the best films of the year.

Show examples from the web [+]

Rock stars wear t-shirts to award shows.
No, I'm not much for award shows.
I also do weddings and award shows.
All of the best award shows include a surprise.
They tabulated the ballots for all the big award shows, including the Silver Globes.
When Muppets present at award shows?
I trust award shows.
This is just the first of way too many award shows.

Alternatives:

prize-giving shows
honors ceremonies
trophy presentations
accolade events
commendation ceremonies

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