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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
Israel has also enjoyed a number of military successes against Iran and its Lebanese proxy, the Hezbollah militant group.
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Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The final version released in theaters focuses on Jackson's musical successes and difficult relationship with his father, Joe Jackson (Colman Domingo).
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Your questions and comments, as well as gardening conundrums and successes, are always welcome.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
But there are also plenty of successes.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
Of all his life successes, Gray considered his greatest achievement to be marrying Saundra, his wife of 70 years.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
The next episode will feature former Rancho Cordova Chief of Police Matt Tamayo and current Chief of Police Shaun Hampton, discussing the department’s biggest successes and future challenges.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
State AGs have notched some successes recently, temporarily derailing the merger of big broadcasters Nexstar and Tegna and obtaining a settlement from Live Nation.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
As cities keep growing, Khan talks to Akshat Rathi about lessons from London’s successes and failures.
—Akshat Rathi, Bloomberg, 23 Apr. 2026
Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The final version released in theaters focuses on Jackson's musical successes and difficult relationship with his father, Joe Jackson (Colman Domingo).
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Your questions and comments, as well as gardening conundrums and successes, are always welcome.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
But there are also plenty of successes.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
Of all his life successes, Gray considered his greatest achievement to be marrying Saundra, his wife of 70 years.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
The next episode will feature former Rancho Cordova Chief of Police Matt Tamayo and current Chief of Police Shaun Hampton, discussing the department’s biggest successes and future challenges.
—Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
State AGs have notched some successes recently, temporarily derailing the merger of big broadcasters Nexstar and Tegna and obtaining a settlement from Live Nation.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
As cities keep growing, Khan talks to Akshat Rathi about lessons from London’s successes and failures.
—Akshat Rathi, Bloomberg, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for successes
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Soriano allowed three runs on six hits with six strikeouts and three walks in five innings.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Nats then went to the bullpen, ending his night at eight runs (four earned) on five hits over 4 2/3 innings.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Ashton has also been recognized for several personal athletic accomplishments.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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Her accomplishments also included a third-place team finish at the International Mixed Pairs and a second-place team finish at the USA-URS Dual Meet in 1987.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Now in its 17th year, the Hall’s Films in Concert series has built a catalogue spanning silent-era revivals through to contemporary blockbusters, with the LSO, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Chineke!—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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Audiences want more than brands and blockbusters though.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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In it, the king is expected to discuss the United Kingdom’s relationship with the United States over the last 250 years and how the two nations have worked together to achievements in science, economics, innovation, international security and other fields.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The award, named in honor of the legendary actor, recognizes groundbreaking achievements in storytelling.—
William Earl,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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Baseball regional winners included Orangewood Christian, Deltona Trinity, and TFA, which scored 4 runs in the bottom of the 7th to survive.—
Steve Gorches,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Audience participation will help determine the winners.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Successes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/successes. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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