attained

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Regardless of what goes into the McRib or how it’s priced, the sandwich has attained a status that arguably makes it the most celebrated limited-time item in fast-food history.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

But if there is one Chili Peppers single that has attained divine feel-good hit status, it’s “Can’t Stop.”

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

They attained all their military objectives but were forced to withdraw by President Eisenhower of the United States.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

It wasn’t until 2022 that he attained the rank of ayatollah, the title given to a senior religious leader, and a prerequisite for anyone to become supreme leader.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

But even then, as he swerved back up onto the porch, Mercedes usually managed to uncork a half-dozen infinitely annoying gravel bits that plinked around his feet before he attained her son’s door.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols