1
as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
Napoléon had attained mastery of much of Europe at that point
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as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
with hard work she will inevitably attain success in her chosen profession
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Recent Examples of attain
Basic governance creates the space for attaining those modest aspirations.
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Bob Stonebrook, The Mercury News, 27 Nov. 2024
Nebraska’s progress in the passing game slowed in the second half of this season before its 44-25 win on Saturday against Wisconsin to attain bowl eligibility after a seven-year drought.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
That same year, the Bell clinic attained formal nonprofit status.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 1 Dec. 2024
On the other side, the Tigers can attain bowl eligibility with a win.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Bob Stonebrook, The Mercury News, 27 Nov. 2024
Nebraska’s progress in the passing game slowed in the second half of this season before its 44-25 win on Saturday against Wisconsin to attain bowl eligibility after a seven-year drought.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
That same year, the Bell clinic attained formal nonprofit status.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 1 Dec. 2024
On the other side, the Tigers can attain bowl eligibility with a win.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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One which effortlessly and seamlessly ups its game to achieve new heights of performance and driver engagement.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The yarn is also produced in different counts to achieve light and heavy-weight garments.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
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Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services.Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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While earning millions for his work on environmental conservation, Kennedy simultaneously received tens of thousands of dollars from Arctic Royalty, an oil and gas rights leasing company.Robert Schmad, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Dec. 2024
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The Jets went 30-64 under Douglas and did not make the playoffs or finish with a winning record in any year of his tenure.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
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Lottery News:Man can't find second winning lottery ticket, sues over $394 million jackpot, lawsuit says Powerball winning numbers for 12/14/2024 The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on Saturday, Dec. 14 are 11, 17, 23, 52 and 67.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps some in the housing sector will gain from higher inflation.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Nonetheless, gaining access to the Casgevy or Lyfgenia, listed at $2.2 and $3.1 million, respectively, is difficult.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Let the wash sit on your skin for an extra minute to really reap its skin-nourishing benefits.Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
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In the course of the past few years, corporations have learned to gamify the system in order to reap payments from the government, while simultaneously making necessary care more expensive for patients.Molly Fischer, The New Yorker, 12 Dec. 2024
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Family of shooter: Court records obtained by CNN on Wednesday show that Rupnow’s parents have been married and divorced twice, with court orders requiring the teen to split time between her mother’s home and her father’s.Karina Tsui, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
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Dallas County records obtained by USA TODAY show Thompson has been transferred from Ellis County jail to Dallas County jail.Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The end results tend to be lighthearted, of the moment, frequently nostalgic, and likely to garner millions of views.Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Dec. 2024
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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s engagement has garnered a lot of reactions from a lot of different people.Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 13 Dec. 2024
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Over time, Alexandra Foods’ goods began selling in 30 states, making their mark across a nation that Mark and Alexandra made home decades before.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Attain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attain. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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