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verb
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California’s high school Class of 2026 set a record by surpassing a 70% completion rate for financial aid applications, driven by a state mandate and school incentives.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
“I set a record for Republicans,” he said.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
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- make history
- raise the bar
- enter the history books
- reach a new high
- achieve a milestone
Possible Antonyms
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- just get by
- phone it in
- stay in the middle of the pack
- underperform
- fail to qualify
