as in realized
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as in attained
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally achieved stardom
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as in accomplished
to carry through (as a process) to completion
finally achieved his purpose, which was to form a first-class boys' choir made up of inner-city kids
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Recent Examples of achieved
Lauren Jade Hill,
Forbes,
15 June 2021
Especially for her father, who, like her mother, was the child of Jewish immigrants, the house embodied the achieved American dream.
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Arthur Lubow,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2018
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
This time, the study included a vocabulary of over 1,000 words and achieved a median speed of 78 words per minute.
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Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
Henry also achieved his first 10-wicket match haul in his 35th test.
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ABC News,
21 June 2026
According to the team, the best-performing model achieved nearly 98 percent detection accuracy on the global dataset, demonstrating a high level of reliability in identifying space hurricanes automatically.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 June 2026
Ready Player One previously achieved $53 million domestically in its opening weekend in 2018.
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Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 June 2026
Those aims do not appear to have been achieved.
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Richard Hall,
Time,
14 June 2026
Both the Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc destined for the Impression achieved superb phenolic ripeness, with the Cabernet Franc developing beautiful aromatic complexity without excessive herbal notes that can be a hallmark of the variety.
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Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
Uruguay, which the Blue Sharks will play in their second match, won its second World Cup 25 years before Cape Verde achieved independence.
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Nicolas Villamil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
Adjective
Ultimately, the resort aims to leave guests feeling renewed, uplifted and inspired, ensuring an achieved sense of ‘weightlessness’.
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Lauren Jade Hill,
Forbes,
15 June 2021
Especially for her father, who, like her mother, was the child of Jewish immigrants, the house embodied the achieved American dream.
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Arthur Lubow,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2018
Verb
Leslie, Milton-Jones and Dixon discussed the WNBA’s 30-season landmark before the game, paying tribute to Ogwumike and reflecting on what the WNBPA has achieved.
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Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
This time, the study included a vocabulary of over 1,000 words and achieved a median speed of 78 words per minute.
—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
Henry also achieved his first 10-wicket match haul in his 35th test.
—
ABC News,
21 June 2026
According to the team, the best-performing model achieved nearly 98 percent detection accuracy on the global dataset, demonstrating a high level of reliability in identifying space hurricanes automatically.
—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 June 2026
Ready Player One previously achieved $53 million domestically in its opening weekend in 2018.
—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 June 2026
Those aims do not appear to have been achieved.
—
Richard Hall,
Time,
14 June 2026
Both the Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc destined for the Impression achieved superb phenolic ripeness, with the Cabernet Franc developing beautiful aromatic complexity without excessive herbal notes that can be a hallmark of the variety.
—
Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
Uruguay, which the Blue Sharks will play in their second match, won its second World Cup 25 years before Cape Verde achieved independence.
—
Nicolas Villamil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for achieved
Adjective
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Her blinkered perspective is consumed with semi-realized introspection and self-reprobation.
Verb
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And although his father, who went on to serve as Liberia’s president, attained a list of accolades on the soccer field, making the World Cup roster (twice) is an achievement that sets Tim apart.
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That figure marks a significant drop from a recent peak attained in 2023, but borrowing costs remain well above a 0% rate established at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Verb
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Everything great in business is accomplished by teams, and teams require focus and trust.
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Even the special effects emerge as less than spectacular — especially since Jeannot Szwarc’s plodding direction affords ample time for one to sit there and figure out just how they were accomplished.
Adjective
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Some of the administration’s attempts to cancel research grants that focused on topics like gender, diversity, equity and inclusion have been reversed, but roughly 1,240 grants remain terminated, according to a tracking project called Grant Witness.
Verb
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The Royals won the first two games; the Rays were outscored 14-6 while not holding a lead once in the series.
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Haiti later won a true goal thanks to a lethal shot from Isidor.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers fulfilled their promise to donate $1 million to families affected by the immigration enforcement operations in 2025.
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For the prophecy to truly be fulfilled, Role Model will have to do a music video with Alex Cooper.
Adjective
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Penn said these suggestions will not be included in the finished park, but can be included in an unfunded needs list for future considerations.
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Wright has recovered from the colon cancer surgery and finished chemotherapy.
Verb
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The Boston Celtics and Heat gained steam as the leading suitors in the Giannis sweepstakes on the eve of the NBA Draft.
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Canaves said Prime Day's growing focus on household staples corresponds with Amazon's increasing investment in fresh and perishable grocery items, categories that have gained traction as Amazon expands same-day delivery capabilities.
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“Achieved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/achieved. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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