success story

noun

: a story of a person who rises to fortune, acclaim, or brilliant achievement

In the world of finance, his is a great success story.

: someone or something that has achieved a goal

I am one of the diet clinic's success stories.

: someone or something that has achieved wealth, respect, or fame

That company is one of this area's biggest success stories.

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Howard, a transfer-portal success story from Kansas State, threw for 231 yards and two scores, but nothing will beat the pass to Smith with everything on the line. —

Eddie Pells, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2025 Your success story is transforming as the sun bonds with Pluto. —

USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025 Getty Images Howard, a transfer-portal success story from Kansas State, threw for 231 yards and two scores, but nothing will beat the pass to Smith with everything on the line. —

CBS News, 20 Jan. 2025 Private schools play a crucial role in this success story — not by competing with public education, but by providing specialized environments where students who might otherwise struggle can find their path to achievement. —

Pam Tapley, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for success story

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