breakthroughs

plural of breakthrough

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Recent Examples of breakthroughs The educational landscape is experiencing similar breakthroughs. Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025 The missions led to several breakthroughs, including a motionless lane-switch mechanism, a safer magnetic levitation system, and improved structural resilience. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025 Our focus area is in commodities and medical breakthroughs. Gabrielle Emanuel, NPR, 6 Sep. 2025 Scientists hail cancer breakthroughs Scientists are hailing promising breakthroughs in the fight against cancer, with one new therapy appearing to kill tumors without damaging healthy flesh. semafor.com, 5 Sep. 2025 After over 50 years of additional research, discoveries, and technological breakthroughs, the plan is now to go where no lunar rover has gone before. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Sep. 2025 Putin later confirmed to reporters in China that the two men had in fact been discussing longevity science and future medical breakthroughs, according to Reuters. Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2025 The 2025 Monoliths will give awards for experiences, gaming, virtual production, new media art, AI storytelling, live immersive engagement, technology breakthroughs and virtual engagement. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025 Stiller recently stopped by The Prof G Pod With Scott Galloway to discuss the breakthroughs, hits, and flops throughout his time in Hollywood. Daysia Tolentino, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breakthroughs
Noun
  • The logo and remodel plan were two parts of a much bigger overhaul that includes menu changes, improvements to technology and basic restaurant upkeep.
    Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Additionally, the legislature appropriated $107 million for site and road improvements and construction of aircraft hangars.
    Ted Reed, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Thanks to advances in the category—stronger adhesive, sleeker designs, more varied sizing—fake nails have never looked better and lasted longer.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Liquid-fuel challenges and advances Liquid-fuel ICBMs are known for their heavy payloads and extended range but are traditionally difficult to maintain in a constant state of readiness.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 Sep. 2025
  • The 18,000-square-foot facility showcases technological advancements in water treatment and helps the fashion sector establish best practices.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025

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“Breakthroughs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakthroughs. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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