1
as in achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
Napoléon had attained mastery of much of Europe at that point
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as in earning
to receive as return for effort
with hard work she will inevitably attain success in her chosen profession
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Recent Examples of attaining
In turn, many participants—after getting a taste of our approach—come back to us for more support in hopes of attaining What Works Cities Certification.
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Rochelle Haynes,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
These results indicate that after attaining a maximum value about 2 billion years ago, dark energy may have begun to weaken.
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Quanta Magazine,
22 June 2026
However, the industry-wide goal of attaining human-like intelligence in AI systems will only make this content harder for people to spot, even with all the well-meaning government legislation in the world.
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ArsTechnica,
12 June 2026
The fundraiser said Solomon was born and raised in Ghana, eventually emigrating to the United States, attaining a nursing degree from Samuel Merritt University.
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Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
And management organizes quarterly beach cleanups for staff members, both of which have contributed to the hotel attaining Green Key certification.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Meditation is a pivotal force in attaining desires.
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Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
Decreasing food intake seems to be the most beneficial for attaining weight loss.
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Kim Pfotenhauer,
The Conversation,
22 May 2026
Many other people reject formal education (for other people, though usually not for their own kids) as unnecessary to attaining the highest ranks of wealth and power.
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Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
Rochelle Haynes,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
These results indicate that after attaining a maximum value about 2 billion years ago, dark energy may have begun to weaken.
—
Quanta Magazine,
22 June 2026
However, the industry-wide goal of attaining human-like intelligence in AI systems will only make this content harder for people to spot, even with all the well-meaning government legislation in the world.
—
ArsTechnica,
12 June 2026
The fundraiser said Solomon was born and raised in Ghana, eventually emigrating to the United States, attaining a nursing degree from Samuel Merritt University.
—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
And management organizes quarterly beach cleanups for staff members, both of which have contributed to the hotel attaining Green Key certification.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Meditation is a pivotal force in attaining desires.
—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
Decreasing food intake seems to be the most beneficial for attaining weight loss.
—
Kim Pfotenhauer,
The Conversation,
22 May 2026
Many other people reject formal education (for other people, though usually not for their own kids) as unnecessary to attaining the highest ranks of wealth and power.
—
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attaining
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From enduring prejudice at West Point to commanding the Tuskegee Airmen and achieving 4-star general status, his life exemplified resilience.
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And when layered pieces are left completely out of the ponytail, the face is further accentuated, achieving a more youthful look.
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Cape Verde then closed the group stage by earning draws against Uruguay on June 21 and Saudi Arabia on June 26.
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Some of the world’s most successful companies are built on it, earning their profits on services layered atop an open core.
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France has been the dominant team of this World Cup, winning all four of its games while outsourcing opponents 13-2.
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Spanish fans are putting a lot of hope on Yamal as the national team has failed to make it past the round of 16 since winning the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
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To remain tuition-free, Miss Major Middle is launching as a microschool, a nontraditional educational model gaining traction nationwide.
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Living with less and gaining more Life here isn’t perfect.
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And business owners, including Paulo, are reaping the benefits during Canada’s four games.
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Surging demand for artificial intelligence has pushed many AI and tech stocks higher in recent months, with markets in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan reaping big gains.
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Trimpey also faces a felony charge of obtaining money by false pretenses.
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Trump slashed access to healthcare benefits and prohibited deferred action holders from obtaining or using commercial driver’s licenses.
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The beloved southern elephant seal, Neil the Seal, is back in Tasmania, causing havoc yet again and garnering fans through his antics.
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Each item has a domestic value of 70 percent or more, making the cut based on the FTC’s parameters and garnering an impressive fan club of New Balance loyalists who prefer shopping local.
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But making their wishes known ahead of time is key to maintaining independence even as life situations change, said Kweli Rashied-Henry, interim director of Fulton County Senior Services.
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In fact, a single cup of pomegranate arils contains about 7 grams of fiber, making the fruit beneficial for digestive health and promoting fullness.
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“Attaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attaining. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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