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won

adjective as in achieved

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Fieseler's debut book "Tinderbox" won seven awards, including the Edgar Award, and his reporting has appeared in Slate, Commonweal and River Teeth, among publications.

From Salon

In January, one person won £83 million, followed by a £65 million win for another on Valentine's Day.

From BBC

On the day that Michele Mulroney was elected president of the Writers Guild of America West, writers won a significant victory.

A couple won a case in Hungary, overturning VCL's contract changes, but enforcement stalled when VCL shifted its base to Italy.

From BBC

In recent years, Saudi Arabia has won hosting rights for several major international events, including the 2034 men's football World Cup.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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