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
These changes coincide with Continuum, a retrospective exhibition tracing two decades of history through archival materials, fine artworks, and program milestones.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Many milestones followed, including international expansion that began with a New York City boutique in 1980 before the brand landed in London, Tokyo and Hong Kong.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
The Four of Wands highlights milestones, whether that’s in relationships, home life, or creative pursuits.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
One big lesson she's taken away from the last year is a shift in her perspective about relationship milestones.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
In a wide-ranging conversation, Quinn discussed the company’s milestones and keys to success.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025
Over the years, the two have taken turns cheering each other on at award shows and various industry events, and have championed each other's work and life milestones alike.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
In today’s television climate, there are very few series that reach massive milestones — maybe 100 episodes here or 10 years there, but 300 episodes?
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
Like Huffman, some kids with autism don’t need as much and might continue to meet developmental milestones until age 8 or later.
—Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
Okla Jones, Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Many milestones followed, including international expansion that began with a New York City boutique in 1980 before the brand landed in London, Tokyo and Hong Kong.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
The Four of Wands highlights milestones, whether that’s in relationships, home life, or creative pursuits.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
One big lesson she's taken away from the last year is a shift in her perspective about relationship milestones.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
In a wide-ranging conversation, Quinn discussed the company’s milestones and keys to success.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025
Over the years, the two have taken turns cheering each other on at award shows and various industry events, and have championed each other's work and life milestones alike.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Sep. 2025
In today’s television climate, there are very few series that reach massive milestones — maybe 100 episodes here or 10 years there, but 300 episodes?
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
Like Huffman, some kids with autism don’t need as much and might continue to meet developmental milestones until age 8 or later.
—Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for milestones
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Joaquin Temes As Argentina's midterm electoral campaign reaches its second and third climaxes, the number of scandalous corruption accusations aimed at the highest echelons of national politics is surging.—
Agustino Fontevecchia,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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There’s a reason the picture has that title, in other words, and that idea finds a more direct correlation in the finale, which gives us one of the more grotesquely funny climaxes in recent horror.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
8 Aug. 2025
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But, for the Frenchman, the perils of organizing a world record attempt centered around one of Europe’s most famous landmarks have been equally taxing.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Holy Chalice Route links remarkable landmarks around the city and beyond, inviting travelers to step into a story that has inspired faith and wonder for centuries.—
Visit València,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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The village’s environment department is repairing treatment plants, restoring watersheds and working on accessing federal aid.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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The new partnership between farmers and advocates will let agriculture prosper while protecting one of Indiana's largest watersheds.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
25 Sep. 2025
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This Amazon top-selling robot vacuum is self-emptying, uses an extending brush arm to thoroughly clean corners, and maneuvers intelligently around obstacles.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Russell’s eyes soften; the corners of her mouth curl upward.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Milestones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/milestones. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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