as in job
a duty that is given to a person; a post to which someone is appointed
A destination as department chair was her reward for years of dedicated service.
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Recent Examples of destination
Advances in technology, economic shifts and changing cultural norms can increase access to unique destinations that start as out of bounds to a majority of tourists.
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Betsy Pudliner, The Conversation, 19 May 2025
Determining those fractions and limits—the mathematical destination of fossil fuel CO2—was a contentious scientific question, complicated by the burning of the Amazon rainforest to clear land for farming.
—Ashley Braun, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 May 2025
The events will also include J-Pop and Anime metal musical performers, Japanese food and drink, and much more.
Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
More importantly, understand that financial health is a journey, not a destination.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 19 May 2025
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Betsy Pudliner, The Conversation, 19 May 2025
Determining those fractions and limits—the mathematical destination of fossil fuel CO2—was a contentious scientific question, complicated by the burning of the Amazon rainforest to clear land for farming.
—Ashley Braun, Smithsonian Magazine, 19 May 2025
The events will also include J-Pop and Anime metal musical performers, Japanese food and drink, and much more.
Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
More importantly, understand that financial health is a journey, not a destination.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for destination
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Speaking to thousands of members of the media from around the world who covered his election and the death of his predecessor, Pope Francis, Leo also called for the release of reporters jailed for doing their jobs.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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First announced in 2022, the project is expected to involve an investment of 7.6 billion euros ($8.5 billion) and create almost 10,000 local jobs when completed.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The Rafael Devers-Red Sox saga I’ve been surprised by Devers’ reactions every time he’s been asked to change positions.—
Jim Bowden,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Uber’s new features come as the company accelerates its leadership position in the ride-sharing market and seeks to offer more affordable alternatives for users.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Impossible decision Nicole and Kyle then had a choice to make.—
Karen Weintraub,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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But local advocates argue the group’s methods cross ethical lines and manipulate the reproductive choices of people with addiction.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
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The biggest issue many will have will be Guardiola’s selection.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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One year later, Crow-Armstrong looks like a certain All-Star selection and is the talk of the town.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2025
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If these numbers persist, his path to the nomination may be shorter and smoother than expected—reshaping the dynamics of the race and putting pressure on rivals to consolidate support or risk elimination.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Roughly 4 in 10 Americans have a favorable view of Bernie Sanders, a Vermont independent who has twice run for the Democratic presidential nomination and has toured the nation in recent months rallying anti-Trump resistance.—
Linley Sanders,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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Why James Comey's Instagram post triggered federal response Comey was leading the FBI investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election when Trump fired him in May 2017.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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Since Republicans won control of the White House and Congress on election day, the proportion of messages sent by Qatari operatives to conservative outlets and commenters has surged to more than half of their total correspondence with the media.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
17 May 2025
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Take courses in accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero, and consider professional certifications like the Certified Bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers to enhance your credentials.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Expected to hammer down for $20 million (CHF 18 million), the ultra-rare gem has a Type IIb designation, a classification that includes less than 0.5 percent of all diamonds.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 May 2025
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Las Vegas has always been a place for big names and big concepts, but the Strip hasn’t often been a place where food carries this kind of weight.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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When updating furniture and decor in your home, shoppers and editors agree that Kelly Clarkson’s home collection at Wayfair is an ideal place to start.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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“Destination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/destination. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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