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as in achievement
an act of notable skill, strength, or cleverness
Washington's legendary feat of tossing a silver dollar across the Rappahannock River
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as in thing
something done by someone
famously rich, the oil magnate is today remembered less for his feats than for his finances
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Recent Examples of feat
Performed by Craig Richey feat.
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Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
But one more theatrical feat of sleight of hand has occurred, because Kyoto’s washing your hands for you.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Pulling off the feat took years.
—Michael Gorra, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
This marked the Dodgers’ 13th consecutive trip to the postseason, a feat only topped by the 1990s Atlanta Braves, who made the playoffs 14 times in a row but won just one title over that span.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
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Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
But one more theatrical feat of sleight of hand has occurred, because Kyoto’s washing your hands for you.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2025
Pulling off the feat took years.
—Michael Gorra, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
This marked the Dodgers’ 13th consecutive trip to the postseason, a feat only topped by the 1990s Atlanta Braves, who made the playoffs 14 times in a row but won just one title over that span.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feat
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Most Gazans who had come of age or graduated from university in 2006 when Israel’s blockade was imposed were in 2023 reaching the second half of their thirties without ever having had a job, despite their impressive educational achievements.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Watson’s combination of scientific achievement and controversial remarks created a complicated legacy.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Over the course of the three-day summit, attendees and Goldman leaders talked all things AI—from the most lucrative investments, to the tech’s impact on the environment, and its potential to innovate industries.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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The game was soon over and, for all the other tremendous things Woodson did in helping Michigan to a share of the national title, that moment loomed large in his Heisman victory over Tennessee’s Peyton Manning.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The year the ban lifted, Trier became the country’s national champion, specializing in rugged stunts using infrastructure like rails and stairs.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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On a good set, these are accompanied by stunt captains, intimacy coordinators, and directors focused on safety.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
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Some of her incredible accomplishments also happen outside of the studio.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
9 Nov. 2025
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Planting a simple pot of herbs or flowers stimulates positive feelings, self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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However, there have been no recent deed recordings for any sale.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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The new owner of the Del Mar home has not been revealed, but the deed shows the property was purchased by Ocean Front Vibrations LLC.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
30 Oct. 2025
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Jesus walked earth as God’s doings and words, as a manifestation of it, but Jesus was not God.—
Jayson Buford,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
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That’s what all that computing equipment is in the shed doing.—
Caroline Mimbs Nyce,
New Yorker,
30 Oct. 2025
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In the end, Jones was lifted to victory on the back of a strong performance from the top of the Democratic ticket.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Limited partners — the fund investors — are also scrutinizing managers more closely than ever, demanding stronger performance and tighter governance.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Within 90 days, the county has to draft an action plan for implementing the program.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Her artwork often carries a strong political message, including criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza since October 7, 2023, and reflections on other crises in the Middle East.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Feat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feat. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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