as in success
a person or thing that is successful
the band's latest album is a megahit
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Recent Examples of megahit
That’s why during a visit to The Jennifer Hudson Show on Tuesday morning (March 10) the Masked Singer judge could not have more positive things to say about his small, but pivotal role as Bobby, the high-energy manager of fictional K-pop girl group Huntrix in the Netflix megahit KPop Demon Hunters.
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Mar. 2026
The internationally famous doughnut shop, which is known not only for its bold and unconventional creations but also for hosting nontraditional wedding ceremonies, has opened in Wynwood, with the flavors that have transformed it from a cult favorite to a megahit across the country.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Netflix’s megahit miniseries, His and Hers, has spent almost three weeks on the top of its top 10 list, almost the entirety of 2026 so far.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The megahit was shepherded by Indiana’s Marco Cohen, who notes they are getting showered with more than a dozen requests for international remake rights.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Mar. 2026
The internationally famous doughnut shop, which is known not only for its bold and unconventional creations but also for hosting nontraditional wedding ceremonies, has opened in Wynwood, with the flavors that have transformed it from a cult favorite to a megahit across the country.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
Netflix’s megahit miniseries, His and Hers, has spent almost three weeks on the top of its top 10 list, almost the entirety of 2026 so far.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
The megahit was shepherded by Indiana’s Marco Cohen, who notes they are getting showered with more than a dozen requests for international remake rights.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for megahit
Noun
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Though her political aspirations didn’t ultimately pan out, Ortega went on to find success in the entertainment industry by landing roles as early as 12, appearing on Jane the Virgin and Stuck in the Middle.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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Continenza said success to him will mean continuing to improve finances and ensuring Kodak has a solid succession plan in place to continue its growth.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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Bednar tallied his second loss of the season after allowing three hits, two runs (one earned) and a walk in the bottom of that frame.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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That show was a hit with everyone, but especially in my circles.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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This year, that honor goes to NBC, which broadcast a blockbuster February with the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Two members of the second generation developed the company’s first-ever blockbuster product, Ivory soap.—
Alexander Coolidge,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Megahit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/megahit. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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