achieve
verb (used with object)
to bring to a successful end; carry through; accomplish.
achieving
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present participleof achieve.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Positioning among equity investors in tech stocks is consistent with much slower earnings growth than the sector is achieving.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
Deutsche Bank points out that even though tech accounts for three-quarters of the growth, the median company is still achieving 14%.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026
Lee said the government will invest 4.7 trillion won to support "frontier AI development projects, with the aim of achieving world-leading performance for our own AI model, a national strategic asset".
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
Lawler, first elected in 2022, is running on his record of achieving results and working across the aisle.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026
You’re giving up a smaller dream for a bigger one that you actually have a chance of achieving.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
