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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
New York has an opportunity to build on the success of these programs and finally provide relief to those who are forced to live near the state’s waste, while advancing better environmental and health outcomes for the entire state.
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Ryan Castalia, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2025
Popular on Variety The success was easier to enjoy the first time around though.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
The success of a low-income housing complex depends on its social warmth.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Jan. 2025
For better or worse, the author brand has become as integral to literary success as the writing itself.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
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Ryan Castalia, New York Daily News, 23 Jan. 2025
Popular on Variety The success was easier to enjoy the first time around though.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
The success of a low-income housing complex depends on its social warmth.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 Jan. 2025
For better or worse, the author brand has become as integral to literary success as the writing itself.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for success
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But once it was announced later that week that Prescott would miss the rest of the season, the hope around the team took a big hit.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Jan. 2025
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And while Williams has historically been one of the most efficient 3-point shooters on the Bulls, his accuracy from behind the arc has taken a hit this season.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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Keep track of your major accomplishments and milestones to reference during performance reviews, and continually communicate your achievements.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Academy’s efforts to maintain its traditions, even in the face of unexpected challenges, reflect its commitment to honoring the artistry and achievements of cinema.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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The filmmaker, who has amassed an impressively diverse resume that spans genres, budgets and blockbusters, made the most of his time in the spotlight by retracing his festival roots and delivering a call to action to all of the storytellers in the room.—
Chris Gardner,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
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Of the examples sent to Le Mans in 1966 (a race immortalized in the Hollywood blockbuster Ford v Ferrari), chassis No.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
25 Jan. 2025
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One of the most significant accomplishments of the artist’s legacy was his role in transforming the perception of street art, redefining its value and elevating it—even in contrast to what some in his time regarded as primitivist art.—
Miguel Sirgado,
Miami Herald,
29 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the artists on the bill for the upcoming shows are celebrating the accomplishment.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
29 Jan. 2025
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Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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Edmunds drives, tests and evaluates more than 300 vehicles every year to come up with winners in six distinct categories.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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Since its release, the series has amassed millions of views and impressions across social media platforms like TikTok and X, drawn in thousands of daily listeners, and emerged as a cultural and audio industry phenomenon.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
30 Jan. 2025
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The Tipping Point really became a cultural phenomenon.—
H. Alan Scott,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Success.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/success. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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