1
as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
Napoléon had attained mastery of much of Europe at that point
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2
as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
with hard work she will inevitably attain success in her chosen profession
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Recent Examples of attain
But in the dry indoor environment inside your house, these mites can attain huge populations due to the absence of anything to keep them in check, says Bertone.
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
There are certain milestones a starting pitcher can attain each season, such as 20 wins, 180 innings pitched and 200 strikeouts.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
Fabio Di Giannantonio managed to attain a first-place finish despite pieces of Marquez’s bike hitting him during the crash.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Before entering law enforcement, Bales served as an armored cavalry officer in the Army and attained the rank of captain.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
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Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
There are certain milestones a starting pitcher can attain each season, such as 20 wins, 180 innings pitched and 200 strikeouts.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
Fabio Di Giannantonio managed to attain a first-place finish despite pieces of Marquez’s bike hitting him during the crash.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Before entering law enforcement, Bales served as an armored cavalry officer in the Army and attained the rank of captain.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attain
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Daily specials are also worth checking out; the Saturday Cumbria Cowboy steak for two and the Sunday lasagna (with fennel sausage ragu) have both achieved cult-classic status in the neighborhood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Vogue consulted with masterful artists such as Tasha Reiko Brown, Amy Komorowski, Emma Day, and Aika Danica Flores to get their tricks for achieving low-key, everyday makeup looks that are undetectable to even the most trained of eyes.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
22 May 2026
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There’s a deeply observational quality to his songwriting, especially evident in the most nostalgic numbers here, that makes his eternal cheer feel well earned.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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The track became a major crossover success, reaching the Billboard Hot 100 and eventually earning platinum certification.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for governor on Tuesday, stunning the field by avoiding the runoff her rivals had hoped would expose lingering doubts about her ability to win in November.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
20 May 2026
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Occupying four townhouses, its two-year refurbishment by award-winning architects Holland Harvey and interior designers Studio Est and Studio Mica has created something warm and true to its heritage yet modern, nature-focused and committed to social impact.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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As Major League Baseball’s Rays make their latest fitful pursuit to build a new Tampa Bay home, an Orlando group is feverishly working to develop a fanbase, win political support, and perhaps gain a chunk of tourism dollars for a ballpark in the event opportunity comes its way.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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For me, a rematch only gains real momentum if Verhoeven proves Saturday wasn't a one-off by beating a legitimate contender first.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Doing so will ensure that students don’t just reap the short-term benefits of another academic metric in the college admissions process, but also a potential contribution to their college course requirements, as well.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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These four firms have reaped enormous profits at the expense of Texas cattle ranchers and consumers nationwide.—
Natassia Paloma,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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In photos obtained by Fox News Digital, Sambora and Locklear were seen walking their daughter down the aisle together.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Officers with the Wyoming Police Department responded to a home in Wyoming, Minnesota, on Monday, May 11, after receiving a 911 call of an assault with a weapon in progress, according to charging documents from the Chisago County Attorney's Office obtained by PEOPLE.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Rolfo | Moment | Getty Images This summer, mega artist Harry Styles will take the stage at Madison Square Garden in New York City for an exclusive 30-show residency – his only planned stop in the country and a show that's garnered intense attention since its announcement.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
23 May 2026
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Yet garnering major profits from AI may take a lot longer.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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That makes advertising and marketing by far their biggest expense.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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Like ballet flats, these shoes have a low-profile silhouette, which will make a sweet complement to breezy blouses and midi skirts in the summer months.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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