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milestone

[mahyl-stohn] / ˈmaɪlˌstoʊn /


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“It’s really exciting, because not only is it a big milestone for the project, but it’s going to be a really visible milestone for all of our guests,” Adams said of the testing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

That milestone has only been hit a few times since 2009, the earliest year in which the firm has data available.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Although broad commercialization is a highly awaited milestone, this point shouldn’t go overlooked.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Ed Miliband, UK government Energy Secretary, called it a "major milestone" for Britain's energy security.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

He sat on the burning milestone with his matted hair and eyes like windows, and was glad to be able to look away sometimes.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy




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