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a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
the new drug was regarded as a milestone in the treatment of heart disease
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Key Background Zuckerberg’s net worth marked a few milestones this week, most notably reaching the $200 billion mark Thursday in what became the first time four billionaires worth $200 billion or more were on the Forbes billionaire list.
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Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Next, agree on some milestones.
—Gautam Mehra, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
In contrast, missing milestones could reduce Tesla’s valuation to that of traditional automotive OEMs.
—Igal Raichelgauz, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The former president set some foreign policy milestones, including the Panama Canal treaty and an emphasis on global human rights.
—David Jackson, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024
With three months left, a 90-day plan is the perfect tool to narrow your focus and set clear, attainable milestones.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 2 Oct. 2024
Setting achievable milestones that ladder up to your ultimate goals keeps team morale high without compromising your ambition.
—Kristen M. Waterfield, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
For example, gifts can be used to mark key milestones, such as the anniversary of a partnership or the successful completion of a joint project.
—Archer Chiang, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Next, agree on some milestones.
—Gautam Mehra, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
In contrast, missing milestones could reduce Tesla’s valuation to that of traditional automotive OEMs.
—Igal Raichelgauz, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The former president set some foreign policy milestones, including the Panama Canal treaty and an emphasis on global human rights.
—David Jackson, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024
With three months left, a 90-day plan is the perfect tool to narrow your focus and set clear, attainable milestones.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 2 Oct. 2024
Setting achievable milestones that ladder up to your ultimate goals keeps team morale high without compromising your ambition.
—Kristen M. Waterfield, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
For example, gifts can be used to mark key milestones, such as the anniversary of a partnership or the successful completion of a joint project.
—Archer Chiang, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Milestones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/milestones. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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