1
as in deeds
an act of notable skill, strength, or cleverness
Washington's legendary feat of tossing a silver dollar across the Rappahannock River
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as in things
something done by someone
famously rich, the oil magnate is today remembered less for his feats than for his finances
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Recent Examples of feats
Luka Doncic Trade Winning four NBA titles and revolutionizing the game of basketball with his outrageous 3-point shooting feats, the Davidson product's greatness is already established.
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Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Players and spectators alike are drawn to the fast pace, thrilling back-and-forth rallies and dramatic athletic feats like diving saves and towering blocks.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Bellocchio also pointed out that, despite his great managerial feats, Marchionne was never aligned with Italy’s political establishment which basically saw him as a threat.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Several prominent runners, including Allyson Felix and Alysia Montaño, shared their experiences of losing income and institutional support at the moment their bodies were undergoing some of their most extraordinary physical feats.
—Starre Vartan, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Many of the best Denis performances, such as Alex Descas’ in 35 Shots of Rum or Denis Lavant’s in Beau Travail, are feats of pure physicality.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
The level of mayhem feels perfectly ripped from the films, especially the recent Daniel Craig tenure, although with some more ludicrous feats that harken back to the slapstick elements of earlier entries.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Asking ordinary Americans to perform grueling feats of strength is unlikely to make a dent in the obesity rate, no matter how tough the talk.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 1 Sep. 2025
These aquatic feats left a lasting impression on the citizens of Santa Cruz following the princes' departure, which likely happened in 1887, according to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 31 Aug. 2025
Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Players and spectators alike are drawn to the fast pace, thrilling back-and-forth rallies and dramatic athletic feats like diving saves and towering blocks.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Bellocchio also pointed out that, despite his great managerial feats, Marchionne was never aligned with Italy’s political establishment which basically saw him as a threat.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Several prominent runners, including Allyson Felix and Alysia Montaño, shared their experiences of losing income and institutional support at the moment their bodies were undergoing some of their most extraordinary physical feats.
—Starre Vartan, CNN Money, 5 Sep. 2025
Many of the best Denis performances, such as Alex Descas’ in 35 Shots of Rum or Denis Lavant’s in Beau Travail, are feats of pure physicality.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
The level of mayhem feels perfectly ripped from the films, especially the recent Daniel Craig tenure, although with some more ludicrous feats that harken back to the slapstick elements of earlier entries.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025
Asking ordinary Americans to perform grueling feats of strength is unlikely to make a dent in the obesity rate, no matter how tough the talk.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 1 Sep. 2025
These aquatic feats left a lasting impression on the citizens of Santa Cruz following the princes' departure, which likely happened in 1887, according to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feats
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Which land’s unjust deeds does one examine?—
Ritesh Mehta,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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Those deeds, however, are based on kinship ties, posing a problem for 38-year-old Star (Sarah Karei), an unmarried woman whose parentage is unknown.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
31 Aug. 2025
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Acting is such an exercise in using your body, figuring out what’s working, figuring out what’s not, trying things, not being afraid to try things, taking notes, playing off other people, learning from other people.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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However, if the latest reports are to be believed, the hatchet has been buried, or at the very least, things are well enough that Queen Camilla would support her husband’s desire to make up with his son.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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The ensembles are not athleisure or business casual looks; these are stunts — all leather suits, Louis Vuitton T-shirts and dresses slit up the thighs.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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Traditionally, Ulbrich designs defenses with four-down fronts, using elite pass rushers and stunts to apply pressure and allowing his cornerbacks to play physically.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
10 Sep. 2025
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Similar to the way Madueke drove at his man without hesitation, those first-time strikes were very welcome after last season, when many actions in and around the penalty area felt a bit too laborious.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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These small but deliberate actions can open doors to new learning and strengthen workplace success.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The company also highlighted significant business achievements with hyperscalers, who play a crucial role in the AI rollout.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The online fundraiser, which launched on Saturday, includes a roughly three-minute clip highlighting Kirk’s achievements as a right-wing activist, as well as a lengthy eulogy praising his legacy.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Sep. 2025
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Despite her accomplishments in the worlds of faith, fashion and pageants, Erika emphasized that her priorities in life included being a wife and mother.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Beyond his accomplishments on the gridiron, Payton was also a community leader and committed philanthropist, which earned him the honor of having the NFL Man of the Year Award named after him.—
Tyler Holzhammer,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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Farrell and costar Cristin Milioti are both nominated for their performances in limited/anthology series categories.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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As Vevo’s Senior Manager of Talent Booking, Cynthia Todd emphasized the close partnership and trust that goes into making opportunities like these special performances come together in Live From Vevo Studios.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Feats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feats. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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