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.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2018
Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
Researchers in South Korea have achieved a breakthrough that can lead to safer and more efficient batteries, quickening the transition to clean energy and paving the way for a more sustainable future.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Processing at 240 degrees (which can only be achieved in a pressure canner) will neutralize the spores and kill food spoilage bacteria.
—Laura Simpson, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
Sustainable transformation isn’t achieved by a mandate; instead, it’s driven by leaders who focus on people first.
—Feon Ang, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
In recent years, Del Mar has consistently achieved transactions above $40 million, cementing its reputation as one of the most desirable and valuable stretches of coastline in California.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Her 2018 memoir Becoming, achieved record-breaking sales.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Mark has earned the additional title of Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, which only 1% of lawyers in the field have achieved.
—William Jones, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Once that’s achieved, cure again; then seal with the top coat.
—Laura Solla, Glamour, 25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Ultimately, the resort aims to leave guests feeling renewed, uplifted and inspired, ensuring an achieved sense of ‘weightlessness’.
—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.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2018
Verb
The wins over Villa and Madrid were achieved with Andy Robertson restored at left-back, at the expense of new signing Milos Kerkez, and with Dominik Szoboszlai bringing more balance and physical presence by reprising last season’s advanced-midfield role.
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
Researchers in South Korea have achieved a breakthrough that can lead to safer and more efficient batteries, quickening the transition to clean energy and paving the way for a more sustainable future.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Processing at 240 degrees (which can only be achieved in a pressure canner) will neutralize the spores and kill food spoilage bacteria.
—Laura Simpson, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
Sustainable transformation isn’t achieved by a mandate; instead, it’s driven by leaders who focus on people first.
—Feon Ang, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2025
In recent years, Del Mar has consistently achieved transactions above $40 million, cementing its reputation as one of the most desirable and valuable stretches of coastline in California.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Her 2018 memoir Becoming, achieved record-breaking sales.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
Mark has earned the additional title of Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, which only 1% of lawyers in the field have achieved.
—William Jones, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Once that’s achieved, cure again; then seal with the top coat.
—Laura Solla, Glamour, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for achieved
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Few people would consider a career as a regional, impersonator-style vocalist to be worthwhile; even fewer would, having attained such a career, try to make themselves into something more than a novelty act.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Rockwell painted a country that believed its high principles could be attained.—
Philip Martin,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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Some design work has been accomplished.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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His visibility allows the regime to portray protesters as tools of foreign powers and the discredited monarchy—precisely what Pahlavi’s meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu accomplished in 2023.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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Acuff won a high school state championship at the Breslin Center in 2023.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Cardell Williams completed 8 of 11 passes for 188 yards and two touchdowns to speedster Ernest Campbell as the Hornets won for the sixth time in their last eight outings with two conference games to go.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The paywall implementation follows intense backlash after the chatbot fulfilled requests to digitally remove clothing from photographs without subjects’ consent.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
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The real issue is whether WBD’s Board has run a fair process and in the end will have fulfilled its most basic obligation to shareholders.—
Mark DesJardine,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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The 1900s residence has four bedrooms and five baths in roughly 2,800 square feet across three levels, plus a finished basement.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
9 Jan. 2026
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This session highlights the steps and decisions that shaped the shorts, showing how AI can enhance an artist’s creativity and streamline the path to a finished film.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Hurricanes are a plus-3 in the playoffs (five gained, two lost) and plus-12 on the season (25 gained, 13 lost), while Ole Miss is plus-2 in playoffs (four gained, two lost) and even on the season (14 gained, 14 lost).—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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Thus, over time, Williams gained appreciation for Johnson’s motives, for his communication style, most of all for his consistency.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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For example, Medicare reimburses $1,375 for a colonoscopy performed in a hospital outpatient department — and $862 for one performed in an independent ambulatory surgery center.—
Tomas J. Philipson,
Fortune,
9 Jan. 2026
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The officers performed lifesaving measures until EMS arrived at the scene.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
9 Jan. 2026
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Organizers made the decision after protesters repeatedly disrupted the recent Spanish Vuelta in the presence of Israel-Premier Tech.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Hornets made two interceptions, including one by Koa Akui, the team leader with five picks.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Achieved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/achieved. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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