as in climaxes
a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
the new drug was regarded as a milestone in the treatment of heart disease
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Recent Examples of milestones
Here’s a look at the major career milestones of Adriano Goldschmied.
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Maria Cristina Pavarini, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Weeks, a social media personality from Texas, often shares glimpses of their life together on her Instagram, including family outings and Emma's milestones.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Determined not to miss one of the biggest milestones of her senior year, Brown still attended prom that night, arriving in a wheelchair.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Celebrity parents are celebrating graduation season as several famous kids officially receive their diplomas and mark major milestones in 2026.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
Following the Kickstarterlaunch, customers and partners can expect further details on final availability, configuration options and campaign milestones.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
This year has been marked by major political upheavals, armed conflicts, cultural milestones, and memorable moments in sports.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
The artificial intelligence rally has already reached historic proportions and is now passing some famous — or rather, infamous — milestones.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Instead of thinking in semesters or milestones, life became moment-to-moment.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 11 May 2026
Maria Cristina Pavarini, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Weeks, a social media personality from Texas, often shares glimpses of their life together on her Instagram, including family outings and Emma's milestones.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Determined not to miss one of the biggest milestones of her senior year, Brown still attended prom that night, arriving in a wheelchair.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Celebrity parents are celebrating graduation season as several famous kids officially receive their diplomas and mark major milestones in 2026.
—ABC News, 16 May 2026
Following the Kickstarterlaunch, customers and partners can expect further details on final availability, configuration options and campaign milestones.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
This year has been marked by major political upheavals, armed conflicts, cultural milestones, and memorable moments in sports.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
The artificial intelligence rally has already reached historic proportions and is now passing some famous — or rather, infamous — milestones.
—Tobias Burns, CNBC, 15 May 2026
Instead of thinking in semesters or milestones, life became moment-to-moment.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for milestones
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
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The first version of Soarin', Soarin' Over California, was an opening day attraction at Disney California Adventure in 2001, and featured a tour of California landmarks.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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The annual rankings highlight the world’s top tours, activities, and attractions based on user reviews, offering a snapshot of what travelers are prioritizing right now—from immersive outdoor adventures to iconic city landmarks.—
Bailey Berg,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
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Lisa Collins, a forensic scientist at Washington State Patrol, told CNN new software and strides in genetic genealogy are two relatively recent watersheds in DNA technology that have allowed for breakthroughs in cold cases like these.—
Nina Giraldo,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Rising demand for biomass fuels also degrades watersheds and wildlife habitats as people go deeper into previously undisturbed areas, increasing pressure on ecosystems and the species that depend on them.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Be sure to drop into the sultry Pine Bar—all low lighting and dark corners—which specializes in wonderfully creative cocktails, delivered in whimsical locked boxes by suave waiters in red-velvet smoking jackets.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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The right shrubs can turn low-light areas into the lushest part of your landscape—with layered foliage, dramatic texture, and blooms that brighten even the darkest corners.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
19 May 2026
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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
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The affected area includes mileposts 227-243, ADOT said.—
Michelle Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Milestones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/milestones. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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