milestone

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"This is the longest continuous series of images ever created for a single active region: it's a milestone in solar physics," says Kontogiannis.

From Science Daily

If Cardinal Health reaches this milestone, it will represent a 16% compound annual growth rate over three years.

From Barron's

The awards are a major milestone of the film awards season, taking place less than a fortnight before the Academy Award nominations on 22 January.

From BBC

And in April, eight Socorro dove chicks hatched at the zoo, marking a milestone in efforts to save the species from extinction.

From BBC

"The traditional brown envelope moment is still an important milestone for students, it's a chance to see friends, celebrate together, and connect with staff," Pettman told the BBC.

From BBC