as in achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
among British actors he holds the distinction of having clocked up the most performances of Hamlet on the London stage
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There are also tutorials for achieving game-day hair and makeup plus fitness routines.—
Emily Krauser,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026 -
All this in addition to her high school diploma achieving the Scholar and Industry diploma designations and graduating with Summa Cum Laude honors.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
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When the action returned, Germany found their rhythm and ended up winning 7-1.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Perhaps the most intriguing situation this summer surrounds the Florida Panthers, who missed the playoffs after winning back-to-back championships.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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However, the industry-wide goal of attaining human-like intelligence in AI systems will only make this content harder for people to spot, even with all the well-meaning government legislation in the world.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
12 June 2026
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The fundraiser said Solomon was born and raised in Ghana, eventually emigrating to the United States, attaining a nursing degree from Samuel Merritt University.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
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Supporters portray the Business Improvement District as a fix for years of neglect and crime, while opponents fear gentrification, over-policing and businesses gaining control over public space.—
Alejandra Molina,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Now your real job is gaining the king’s favor.—
Gautam Mukunda,
Mercury News,
20 June 2026
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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.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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Thinking of spending or making money?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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“Clocking (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clocking%20%28up%29. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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