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as in hit
a person or thing that is successful
their homemade jellies have been such a success that they are now distributed nationwide
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as in achievement
a successful result brought about by hard work
a long list of successes that the retiring president of the college can point to with pride
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Recent Examples of success
Among high-profile foreign players, only French legend Patrick Vieira has tasted any real success in MLS, a league that in many ways asks more of managers than others.
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Pablo Maurer, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Some of that success has come as Alo has gained the ability to launch new products and colors on faster cycles, and better understood how best to allocate that new inventory as its store footprint grows.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 10 Jan. 2025
Those who spoke to The News said that staff and coaching development has become a greater area of focus across baseball and one of success for the Yankees.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
Miller is a seasoned veteran and brings a history of playoff success — two Super Bowl wins, MVP of Super Bowl 50 — to the Bills' latest quest for that elusive title.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Pablo Maurer, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Some of that success has come as Alo has gained the ability to launch new products and colors on faster cycles, and better understood how best to allocate that new inventory as its store footprint grows.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 10 Jan. 2025
Those who spoke to The News said that staff and coaching development has become a greater area of focus across baseball and one of success for the Yankees.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
Miller is a seasoned veteran and brings a history of playoff success — two Super Bowl wins, MVP of Super Bowl 50 — to the Bills' latest quest for that elusive title.
—Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for success
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When the pandemic hit, and parents couldn’t go to games, Irons started bringing the Plainfield Panthers to them.Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 14 Jan. 2025
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Shareholders burn Edison The stock price of Edison International - the utility’s parent company - has taken a hit since the onset of the fires.Michael Loria, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025
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Rarity and Reverence Owning a Donatello Bonasera creation is an achievement in itself.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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For nonprofits in particular, examining the organization’s achievements and missed opportunities over the previous year is critical for making adjustments that increase the chances of success in the following year.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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The capital of Scotland has been the shooting location for blockbusters like Avengers: Infinity War and the Fast & Furious franchise's F9, as well as the hit Netflix series One Day.Brendan Le, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
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While promoting his role in the blockbuster DC film Shazam!EW.com, EW.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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Biden faced criticism for failing to effectively communicate his administration's accomplishments, particularly on issues like inflation.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
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Some doubted Musk’s other questionable gaming accomplishments, such as his claim to be one of the best players in the world at Diablo 4.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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The Nittany Lions climbed up to No. 2, then topped No. 1 Georgia and Heisman Trophy winner Herschel Walker 27-23 in the Sugar Bowl.Scott Dochterman, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Everyone knows to expect a brawl whenever these teams come together, and the winner will be whichever team can keep up the fight the longest.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
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Here are some worth trying and vital things to know about this psychiatric phenomenon.Cathy Habas, SELF, 17 Jan. 2025
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His television series Twin Peaks (1990–91, 2017) further cemented his reputation, becoming a cultural phenomenon with its blend of soap opera melodrama, supernatural intrigue, and quirky humor.Darryn King, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Success.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/success. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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