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as in hits
a person or thing that is successful
their homemade jellies have been such a success that they are now distributed nationwide
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as in accomplishments
a successful result brought about by hard work
a long list of successes that the retiring president of the college can point to with pride
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Recent Examples of successes
California’s next governor should build on successes like this.
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Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
It was generated with artificial intelligence and shared by accounts associated with the Iranian government as part of an effort to amplify its successes.
—ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
The event celebrates women's successes around the world, and the Denver event is one of the largest in the United States.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Ukraine has claimed a slew of successes on the front line in recent days, underscoring the effectiveness of its weapons systems, including anti-drone interceptors.
—Kostiantyn Khudov, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2026
Frias mentioned many of these accomplishments in his final message to staff, crediting the organization’s successes to all of its employees.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The first two years, the first year and a half of World War II was nothing but a string of Japanese operational successes.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
But despite their successes, Gomez still remembers their time as kids in Hollywood.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
There have been individual successes on the pitch (such as Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo and the wonderfully gifted Estevao) and players who have been sold on for a tidy profit (such as Djordje Petrovic, Renato Veiga and Noni Madueke).
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
It was generated with artificial intelligence and shared by accounts associated with the Iranian government as part of an effort to amplify its successes.
—ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
The event celebrates women's successes around the world, and the Denver event is one of the largest in the United States.
—Anna Alejo, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Ukraine has claimed a slew of successes on the front line in recent days, underscoring the effectiveness of its weapons systems, including anti-drone interceptors.
—Kostiantyn Khudov, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2026
Frias mentioned many of these accomplishments in his final message to staff, crediting the organization’s successes to all of its employees.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
The first two years, the first year and a half of World War II was nothing but a string of Japanese operational successes.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
But despite their successes, Gomez still remembers their time as kids in Hollywood.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
There have been individual successes on the pitch (such as Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo and the wonderfully gifted Estevao) and players who have been sold on for a tidy profit (such as Djordje Petrovic, Renato Veiga and Noni Madueke).
—Oliver Kay, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for successes
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The unfolding war in the Middle East has ricocheted across the region, with nearly every country sustaining damage from missile hits or shrapnel, many reporting casualties, and key embassies, economic engines and passageways closing down.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Between them, Cal Quantrill, now off to pitch for Team Canada in the WBC, and Austin Gomber have allowed 19 hits and 11 runs in 7⅓ innings.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
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For Cory Allen—a father, author, LGBTQ+ advocate, and a former a secret service agent who protected Michelle Obama for two years—becoming a father wasn't as straight forward as some of his other accomplishments.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
3 Mar. 2026
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As Woody Harrelson detailed Harrison Ford's accomplishments from the Actors Awards stage, the famously gruff actor seemed to squirm in his seat, somehow uncomfortable with praise even at the age of 83.—
Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
2 Mar. 2026
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After a lackluster year that saw the French box office drop by nearly 15% and become dominated by Hollywood blockbusters, 2026 is kicking off with a quartet of ambitious French films driving a 20% jump in theatrical admissions.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2026
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The winter blockbusters are winding down and the big summer showcases are yet to begin.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
2 Mar. 2026
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From Hollywood actors to Olympic athletes and politicians, California’s newest Hall of Fame class runs the gamut in talent and achievements.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate achievements that make people laugh, then think.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Reader votes determine winners each round.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Arizona Lottery offices.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Successes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/successes. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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