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achievement

[uh-cheev-muhnt] / əˈtʃiv mənt /


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That dubious achievement belongs in the first line of his obituary.

From Salon ● Oct. 28, 2026

“But if anyone can do it too, it’s Nolan for the monumental achievement of making a classic his own.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2026

Improving on Keytruda, one of the most effective cancer drugs ever made, is a major achievement, and Moderna’s shot did it.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2026

The achievement means Miller is the first Welsh artist since 2011 to earn a UK Number 1 single - after Sian Evans' feature on DJ Fresh's Louder.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

As we headed back to the shore that day, I felt no sense of achievement.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

Invoking the Renaissance and the achievements of French civilization, Le Pen painted a sweeping picture of national renewal.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026

She said that she was proud of her work connecting businesses with city services and other achievements.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026

Pattersonreceived several medals for his service and achievements, according to the Nellis Air Force Base Public Affairs, including the Air and Space Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

We felt embarrassed that our achievements set us apart from the rest of the world.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026

If you have never written a to-do list, you are missing out on one of civilization’s greatest achievements.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood


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