as in milestones
a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
a milepost in the development of a global economy
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Recent Examples of mileposts
The fires blazed near Interstate 84 between mileposts 13 and 17 and between Southeast 8th and 9th avenues off of Sand Hollow Road, according to a news release, after a powerful storm system with high, damaging winds blew through the Treasure Valley.
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Idaho Statesman, 29 May 2026
For anyone with travel plans that include Waterrock Knob, Fork Ridge Overlook or other stops between mileposts 443 and 455, the road was closed, as of April 20, with no further plans announced.
—Ryan Brennan
april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
The affected area includes mileposts 227-243, ADOT said.
—Michelle Cruz, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Idaho Statesman, 29 May 2026
For anyone with travel plans that include Waterrock Knob, Fork Ridge Overlook or other stops between mileposts 443 and 455, the road was closed, as of April 20, with no further plans announced.
—Ryan Brennan
april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
The affected area includes mileposts 227-243, ADOT said.
—Michelle Cruz, AZCentral.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mileposts
Noun
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Beyond its scale and cinematic scenery, the estate has also hosted major family milestones, including David Lauren’s 2011 wedding to Lauren Bush in the historic Vance barn.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 May 2026
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This involves drafting trust language that mirrors life milestones, such as entrepreneurial seed-funding matches or professional achievement bonuses.—
Chris Kelly,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Noun
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That climaxes in a kaleidoscope of styles where Esteban, directing one scene, erupts in fury, reverting to a verbal and physical violence which Emilia obviously knew and suffered as child, Sorogoyen explains.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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Via one of popular music’s most stratospherically elevating climaxes, the song shifts into gospel overdrive with the explosive entrance of disco’s mightiest, most visceral vocalist, Loleatta Holloway.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Racing through the heart of American history, with those amazing landmarks lining the course, is going to be incredibly powerful.—
Mike Stunson,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The tour will guide explorers around the Plaza, explaining art, the fountains and notable landmarks.—
Emily Harter,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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“Mileposts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mileposts. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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