high achiever
noun
: a person who is hardworking and successful
Both of his brothers are high achievers.
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Despite being a high achiever, Veena Dinavahi struggled with anxiety and depression as an adolescent.
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Rich Schapiro,
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20 June 2026
The high achiever at Montecito High was Silver Medalist Liam Lawless, who graduated in February.
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Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
Well, every high achiever in the political sphere needs that.
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29 Mar. 2023
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Rich Schapiro,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
The high achiever at Montecito High was Silver Medalist Liam Lawless, who graduated in February.
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Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
Well, every high achiever in the political sphere needs that.
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CBS News,
29 Mar. 2023
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“High achiever.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20achiever. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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