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established

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verb

past tense of establish
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as in proved
to gain full recognition or acceptance of a first novel that established him as one of the most promising writers of his generation

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Recent Examples of established
Adjective
The 13-track body of work shows the project’s ability to add prog, metal, indie and new wave to its established vintage funk, house and disco foundations. Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024 Nowadays, the recruitment of dual nationals is an established part of the USMNT system. Pablo Maurer, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
Drivers here already pay congestion-style taxes for ride-sharing in certain parts of the city, a policy established during the COVID-era to close a budget gap. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025 Barkley established himself from the jump in Brazil, and his three TDs were the deciding factor in a win over the Packers that went to the brink. Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for established 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for established
Verb
  • The second attempt for a preliminary injunction proved successful.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Dec. 2024
  • And many strikes proved far deadlier.
    Patrick Kingsley, New York Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Initially, the company demonstrated leadership in the energy sector by pledging to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Confidence is demonstrated in action.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Historic New Orleans Collection This is a museum, research center, and publisher that was founded in the 1960s and tells the story of New Orleans and the Gulf South through exhibitions, original texts, and its public research center.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In January 2023, McCourt founded Project Liberty through a $500 million investment.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Through it all, Franklin remained steadfast with the 1-0 each week approach.
    Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
  • As the counterfeit industry develops more sophisticated methods, the fight for authenticity must remain steadfast, driven by technology, vigilance, and a commitment to ethical production and consumption.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Although there are no confirmed person-to-person infections so far, Susanne recently reported on research that indicates the strain currently affecting dairy cows is one mutation away from becoming easily transmitted between humans.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Currently there are no confirmed cases of HPAI in Michigan in the last 30 days, as of Dec. 5, according to data from the USDA.
    Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • More than 330 million people throughout the world suffer from depressive disorders, and a 2019 study showed that 7% of Americans reported moderate or severe symptoms of depression in the previous two weeks.
    Ronnie Cohen, NPR, 5 Jan. 2025
  • However, Barcelona showed a concentration and seriousness befitting of what was asked of them, but unbecoming of the turbulent moment this squad are going through.
    Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • According to a press release from the Food and Drug Administration, the recall was initiated after a customer complaint from Massachusetts.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The senior administration official said the findings of some studies initiated by the PACT Act may not be available until 2027.
    Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • In addition to Strong's scrap and boatyard, the stable where Curly would care for Tommy's racehorses resided here.
    Matt Cabral, EW.com, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Warframe is the model that the industry largely ignores, for whatever reason, despite being arguably the most successful and stable.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025

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“Established.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/established. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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