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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
Nevertheless, streetwear’s influence on the broader fashion industry continues as new and established brands aim to carve a niche in the market and home in on their heritage to appeal to a larger customer base. Layla Ilchi, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025 These Are Whole Foods Market’s Top 10 Food And Beverage Trends For 2025 The 10th anniversary of the annual report is compiled from industry experience, consumer preferences, and collaborative sessions with emerging and established brands. Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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
  • This viewership surge, representing a 90% increase from the previous year, demonstrated the expanding audience base for women's sports.
    Lindsey Darvin, 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
  • As those factors emerged, NBA front-office sources remained steadfast that Flagg was the No. 1 pick.
    Sam Vecenie, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
  • In contrast, Pence, speaking at an educational forum in Taipei, expressed his belief that the United States should remain steadfast in its commitments.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Locally, about 400 people with confirmed appointments were admitted each day, per the Union-Tribune.
    Kate Murphy, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025
  • 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
Verb
  • The deadline to gather the documentation and money needed to register them was approaching, but Barcelona showed no signs of having the situation under control.
    Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Injury Concern Before Australian Open Osaka’s withdrawal came as a shock after the 27-year-old showed no signs of pain or problem in the 35-minute opening set.
    Manasi Pathak, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • Throughout the 1760s, patriots met there to protest royal taxes, and in 1773, Samuel Adams initiated the Boston Tea Party from the hall’s lectern.
    Michael Snyder, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The shows provide a stable haven for pharmaceutical advertisers, still one of the biggest supporters of linear TV.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
  • View Comments While the US economy has been solid and financial markets stable as a whole, the BOJ must be vigilant to uncertainties surrounding US policy conduct, the report said.
    Reuters, CNN, 24 Jan. 2025

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“Established.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/established. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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