1
as in attaining
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally achieved stardom
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2
as in accomplishing
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 achieving
As this brief survey suggests, the patriots’ success in drawing foreign partners into the war was essential to achieving American independence.
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Literary Hub, 7 Nov. 2025
Having led a multimillion-dollar organization and mentored thousands of women nationwide, Martine now specializes in guiding high-achieving women to stop over-functioning, reclaim their energy, and lead with clarity and confidence.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Meanwhile, Emerald has no need for men, using a sperm donor to create her perfect family of high-achieving triplets.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
This focuses on achieving high stability and safety in hot environments.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
The Utah Jazz started their season relatively strong, achieving a 3-4 record in their first seven games.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Innovation isn’t just about consumer-facing tech becoming household names or achieving unicorn valuations.
—Mike Palank, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Danielson said that as BroncoPRO continues to grow, more opportunities for freshmen to earn money will become available, but the emphasis will still be on achieving the right to earn that money.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 31 Oct. 2025
The shoes were among the hottest shoes on the second-quarter 2025 Lyst Index, achieving their highest Index ranking to date.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 7 Nov. 2025
Having led a multimillion-dollar organization and mentored thousands of women nationwide, Martine now specializes in guiding high-achieving women to stop over-functioning, reclaim their energy, and lead with clarity and confidence.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Meanwhile, Emerald has no need for men, using a sperm donor to create her perfect family of high-achieving triplets.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
This focuses on achieving high stability and safety in hot environments.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
The Utah Jazz started their season relatively strong, achieving a 3-4 record in their first seven games.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Innovation isn’t just about consumer-facing tech becoming household names or achieving unicorn valuations.
—Mike Palank, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Danielson said that as BroncoPRO continues to grow, more opportunities for freshmen to earn money will become available, but the emphasis will still be on achieving the right to earn that money.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 31 Oct. 2025
The shoes were among the hottest shoes on the second-quarter 2025 Lyst Index, achieving their highest Index ranking to date.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for achieving
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The building, which is working toward attaining LEED Gold certification, has been in the works for more than two decades.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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His priorities are retaining local business, attaining affordable housing, and sustainable economic environmental development to make Shawnee a welcoming community.—
PJ Green
October 20,
Kansas City Star,
20 Oct. 2025
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Venture capital, of course, is hardly the only realm where people can get very rich without accomplishing much.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Here, however, Makowsky examines a purely ignoble figure who feels entitled without accomplishing a thing.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Nov. 2025
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The title-winning standard has been lower in recent years; City won it with 86, 93, 89 and 91 points between 2020-21 and 2023-24 and Liverpool with 84 points last season, but some of those totals give a false impression.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Get tech-smarter on your schedule Award-winning host Kim Komando is your secret weapon for navigating tech.—
The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Following too closely in its protagonist’s footsteps, The Queen of Versailles presents only two options — tough but spiritually fulfilling material deprivation or unconstrained acquisitiveness.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Being able to be with one of the biggest artists Puerto Rico has ever had in such a special month dedicated only to us is fulfilling to the heart.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
8 Nov. 2025
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A week after a 27-10 road win at Syracuse, North Carolina turned in a dreadful first half against Stanford (3-7, 2-5 ACC), gaining only 47 total yards on its way to a 3-3 halftime tie.—
Justin Williams,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The allegations contained in the recent NBA gambling indictment check the box of gaining widespread attention and headlines.—
Samidh Guha,
ABC News,
9 Nov. 2025
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As Obama, 61, explains in her new book, co-written with longtime stylist Meredith Koop, that smart hire led to some of the most iconic looks in the White House despite her reluctance to talk about fashion while performing her duties as First Lady.—
Kaity Velez,
Parents,
10 Nov. 2025
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More British blues bands followed, performing and recording songs by Delta blues artists.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The prosecutor’s spokesperson said Yeo was making excuses that did not make sense about the notes discovered on his mobile phone.—
Reuters 2 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Currently, there is no information available regarding the size of area burned or the crew executing the prescribed fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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The brokers who win are the ones who keep believing, keep executing, and never let the pressure change their approach.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Achieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/achieving. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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