1
as in to go
to turn out as planned or desired
the advertising campaign that finally succeeded used humor to sell the product
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2
as in to thrive
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
if you want to succeed in show business, you have to feel comfortable in front of an audience
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Recent Examples of succeed
By Friday afternoon, a crew of 62 firefighters succeeded in containing 75% of the fire.
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Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
The first-to-thirds are big time, and just getting guys in position to succeed.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Riccardi spoke on what Cooper Flagg, the presumptive No. 1 overall pick, could add to this Mavs roster and how the team could succeed now and in the future.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2025
The Russian strategy seeks to overwhelm Ukraine’s air defenses with scores of low-cost drones so that simultaneous missile strikes can succeed.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
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Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
The first-to-thirds are big time, and just getting guys in position to succeed.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Riccardi spoke on what Cooper Flagg, the presumptive No. 1 overall pick, could add to this Mavs roster and how the team could succeed now and in the future.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2025
The Russian strategy seeks to overwhelm Ukraine’s air defenses with scores of low-cost drones so that simultaneous missile strikes can succeed.
—Tim Lister, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for succeed
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What went right, what went wrong, and what are the prospects for Elon's mammoth rocket meeting NASA's goals for a moon landing in 2027?—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
31 May 2025
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The funds raised at this event are crucial, as the net proceeds go directly to DMVA, allowing the organization to further its essential nonprofit mission: to bolster and sustain the small businesses that form the heart of the Del Mar community, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
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Despite navigating these health challenges as a six-year-old, Hope is still thriving, the 60-year-old explained.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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Seventeen seemingly thrives under high-stress conditions in part because of their focus on mental and physical health.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2025
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The attacks into Sumy follow a Kremlin directive on May 21 that the military create buffer zones inside northern Ukraine – in Sumy and Kharkiv regions.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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What is this nagging discomfort that's seeming to follow me around?—
Dr. Joel M. Rothaizer,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Impossible - The Final Reckoning (now playing in theaters everywhere; click here for tickets).—
Josh Weiss,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Then tap the trashcan in the bottom right of the screen > Confirm your decision by clicking Delete or Delete # Photos.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
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Their ability to cash in on their chemistry makes the North Stars’ attack flourish.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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Her career continued to flourish with big- and small-screen roles in the aughts and 2010s.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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The only way to ensure Hamas cannot reign over Gaza and threaten Israel is by replacing it with another governing entity legitimate to the international community, Arab neighbors like Egypt, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, and Palestinians themselves.—
Ehud Barak,
Time,
2 June 2025
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Digital systems should incorporate and enhance traditional knowledge, not replace it.—
Persa Sakellaridi,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Satellites can now deliver frequent, high-resolution (30 cm) imagery, enhanced with change detection algorithms.—
Abhishek Singh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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This novel juggles a lot, but Golden directs it all with the confidence and flair of a seasoned orchestra conductor to deliver another outstanding read.—
Gabino Iglesias,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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With a drink in hand, Bryan Cranston smiles at an FYC event for The Studio at the Think Apple TV+ Emmy House in L.A. on May 21. 94 of 120 Top of the Morning Ryan Phillippe smiles from under his hat while arriving at a taping of Live with Kelly and Mark on May 21 in New York City.—
Grace Harrington,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Michaels arrived for two eight-hour sessions at the Matthews home in March.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
25 May 2025
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“Succeed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succeed. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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