More to the point, we must ask, Do these awards mean anything?

This award means a lot to me because I did it my way.

There was a time when the awards would have meant something to him as well.

Before long, they had their own television show, full of stars, just as if the award meant something.

The $25,000 award "means a lot to me psychologically," he said yesterday.

The lesson, of course, is that some awards mean more than others.

Which brings up the question: Do these awards mean anything, even economically?

This award meant that soon Maria would be able to teach, was very important to her.

Giving awards also means holding a ceremony and this too can attract the attention of the media.

"They serve no cultural purpose and the awards don't mean a thing."