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Paid a distinction (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

honoured

(Other definitions for honoured that I've seen before include "Bestowed accolades or awards" , "Conferred an award as a mark of respect" , "Greatly respected" , "Regarded with respect" , "Conferred with laurels" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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