breakthrough

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Madigan’s nomination has already set a record; a win would be a further breakthrough for the actor — and horror performers in general.

From Los Angeles Times

By Mr. Stern’s account, the PGM represents a technological breakthrough that has changed history and the way wars are fought.

From The Wall Street Journal

This marks the first major breakthrough in a case that has gripped the country for more than a week.

From BBC

Both Lau and Gao, while bracing for a tumultuous year, remind us that 1966 was also a breakthrough year for music and creativity.

From Los Angeles Times

Juul and Rød-Larsen were part of a small group of diplomats that negotiated the 1993-1995 Oslo Accords, which at the time were seen as a breakthrough in the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.

From BBC