be successful

Example Sentences

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“In order to do that, you need to be successful yourself.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

“The facts show that companies require international markets, and in order to be successful, they require international supply chains and they require international talent,” Lohan said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

But it is also the best way to be successful and get results.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Everton and Manchester United both failed in their appeals to get the red cards, and resulting three-game bans, overturned, so it is unlikely Ballard and Sunderland will be successful should they make a challenge.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

For the youngest, songs with three notes are an excellent place to start, because these children will not have much difficulty imitating or matching these pitches and can be successful from the outset.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin