They seem out of place in our fiercely competitive culture, which promises to reward "merit."

In the twentieth century, peers were almost always created to reward political merit, and creations became much more common.

Then he would be in a position to reward merit, and young men would be eager to serve one who could advance their careers.

During his reign, the Royal Order of Francis I was founded to reward civil merit.

It was intended "to reward extraordinary merit by non-commissioned officers, soldiers, and lower-ranking officials."

In this view, admission is not an honor bestowed to reward superior merit but rather a way to advance the mission as each university defines it.

In so doing, he rewarded merit and a long, hard climb up a steep hill.

He is not an easy man to work for, but quick to reward merit.

Conservatives asked for a ban on race-based scholarships, saying aid money going to federally supported colleges should reward merit only.

Remember, their purpose is to reward exceptional merit and courage.