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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Hartmann said the partnership with Alight and Neoen is expanding renewable electricity capacity in Sweden and advancing H&M’s goal of achieving net zero through a circular business model.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
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This is most effectively done by achieving what is known as herd immunity through vaccinations.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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But the new private terminal is winning their support, with the backing of historians and preservationists who have been fighting to maintain South Florida’s aviation legacy in a region known for tearing down buildings.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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For centuries, public disclosure of those with winning tickets was an essential part of ensuring people could trust lotteries.—
Safiyah Riddle,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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Hence, many minorities find that opening a franchised restaurant can lead to success and attaining the American Dream through hard work and diligence.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Since taking office in 2015, Duda has pursued a policy of strengthening Poland's military, attaining energy independence from Russia, and deepening strategic ties with Washington.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Walking tours are also gaining prominence, minimizing car use and encouraging a deeper connection with the city.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Channeling history, Putin has staked a key part of his pretext for invading Ukraine on the claim that neo-Nazi ideology was gaining ground in the neighboring state also viewed as the next potential frontier for NATO expansion.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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After making a joke about the height of the microphone, Grande reiterated her appreciation for her supporters.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Vine & Dandy is open to making a custom color or even potentially printing a unique design on a shirt.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Royals finished 1-for-7 with runners in scoring position and left three men on base.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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Later, Doval spiked a breaking ball to Yordan Alvarez, scoring another run.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Clocking (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clocking%20%28up%29. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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