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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
Megadeth have endured more personnel changes than any other thrash institution, and while Mustaine has firmly maintained the spotlight, the band’s greatest feats have always been a team effort.
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Eli Enis, Pitchfork, 26 Jan. 2026
Unlike other Guinness feats, no one holds the title for very long.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
Forbes’ latest 50 Over 50 Global list dropped this week, featuring women from around the world who are making feats and marking firsts in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond.
—Alexandra York, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Similar feats have been accomplished before.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 22 Jan. 2026
Zhao's little feats of genius, like throwing in a bit of an otherworldly flavor.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
Founder Fan Yang has amassed 18 Guinness World Records for his bubble feats, and his family’s touring show continues to push the boundaries.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 19 Jan. 2026
And his adventure has prompted a fitness professional's warning for others who also might contemplate similar extreme feats involving long-distance walks without shoes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Yet, Thursday, from his sideline perch in Pasadena, Saban watched Cignetti's team hand Alabama, 38-3, its most lopsided postseason loss in school history to continue one of the most remarkable coaching feats in college football history.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 2 Jan. 2026
Eli Enis, Pitchfork, 26 Jan. 2026
Unlike other Guinness feats, no one holds the title for very long.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
Forbes’ latest 50 Over 50 Global list dropped this week, featuring women from around the world who are making feats and marking firsts in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond.
—Alexandra York, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Similar feats have been accomplished before.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 22 Jan. 2026
Zhao's little feats of genius, like throwing in a bit of an otherworldly flavor.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
Founder Fan Yang has amassed 18 Guinness World Records for his bubble feats, and his family’s touring show continues to push the boundaries.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 19 Jan. 2026
And his adventure has prompted a fitness professional's warning for others who also might contemplate similar extreme feats involving long-distance walks without shoes.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Yet, Thursday, from his sideline perch in Pasadena, Saban watched Cignetti's team hand Alabama, 38-3, its most lopsided postseason loss in school history to continue one of the most remarkable coaching feats in college football history.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feats
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Property deeds for the sale of the Lobo and Pecos ranches were filed in Guadalupe County; deeds for the sale of the Agua Verde, Conchas, and Trigg ranches were filed in San Miguel County; and a deed for the sale of the Bojax Ranch was filed in Chaves County.—
Vic Kolenc,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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The prices given are those indicated by state tax stamps required on all deeds.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Feb. 2026
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Indeed, the homogenization of taste, caused in part by streaming platforms, social media feeds and online algorithms, means that people – even VICs, for all their wealth – often want the same things.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Missouri Automobile Dealers Association CEO Doug Smith said the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the move to online car shopping and pushed dealers to offer home delivery of vehicles and other perks aimed at making things faster and easier for consumers.—
Summer Ballentine,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
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Last year, Zohran Mamdani successfully pulled off a longshot bid for mayor despite strong opposition from the Post and from The New York Times’ opinion section, largely by running a campaign fueled by circumventing old media with buzzy viral videos and stunts.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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The film required a lot of stunts, many of which Larter performed herself.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the legislature should act on the report’s recommendations with actions to strengthen reporting, enforce existing laws, prevent further abandonment of wells and ensure polluters pay for cleanup.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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Penny, too, was acquitted by a jury who decided his actions were reasonable.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
1 Feb. 2026
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The study also highlighted some of the achievements attributed to overseas development aid over the last two decades.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Why Accelerated Nursing Pathways Matter Individuals interested in switching their career to nursing often search for education options that fit their busy lifestyles and obligations, and also respect their prior academic achievements.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Feb. 2026
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Drake Maye wasn’t the biggest eater at any party where his brothers were involved, and he often got overshadowed in his early years by their accomplishments.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2026
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For someone whose career was cut short due to head injuries and health concerns, Luke Kuechly crammed a lot of records and accomplishments into his eight seasons.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
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That included mixed performances for airlines, which had to cancel thousands of flights due to the winter storm that swept much of the United States over the weekend.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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The weekend celebration started on Friday with a roller skating party on the smooth arena floor followed by a full schedule on Saturday of performances by local artists, tours and refreshments.—
Doug Duran,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Feats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feats. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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