milestone

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Security expert Bashir Galma, a retired army major, told the BBC that the trial, which is expected to continue in phases, was a "positive development" and a "significant milestone" in Nigeria's fight against terrorism.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The agreement also includes up to $1.85 billion in contingent milestone payments.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

In the last 12 months, McIlroy has discovered that was more of a memorable mile marker than a monumental, life-changing milestone.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The company, founded in 2022, hit a milestone in July when it produced its first 2-nanometer prototype chip using technology co-developed with IBM.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

This milestone was reached on January 9, 1932, when they placed 4,000 volts on the dees and, after 300 kicks, ended up with protons at 1.22 million volts.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik