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Herman Cain Award

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A satirical award for people who died of COVID-19 after either disregarding recommended safety precautions or making statements regarding COVID-19 perceived to be misinformation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous, informal, neologism

Qualifier: potentially offensive

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History

Etymology

Named after American politician Herman Cain, who opposed coronavirus pandemic restrictions and died of COVID-19 after attending a rally without practicing the recommended safety precautions.