Often used when someone or something wins a notable award or title for achievements.

Award Context

Commonly found in media like magazines or news outlets summarizing annual achievements.

Media Usage

Can reflect society's values or interests in that year, so it carries cultural weight.

Signals what has been widely admired or adopted by the public in a year.

Sometimes indicates notoriety rather than just popularity or excellence.

Emphasizes what the chosen entity symbolically represents for the entire year.

Can provide a quick snapshot of what made headlines or shaped public discourse in a year.