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as in achievement
an act of notable skill, strength, or cleverness
Washington's legendary feat of tossing a silver dollar across the Rappahannock River
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as in thing
something done by someone
famously rich, the oil magnate is today remembered less for his feats than for his finances
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Recent Examples of feat
An Australian Open title in 1970 followed, before his incredible feat at Wimbledon five years later.
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Matias Grez, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
This was no small feat and speaks volumes to the power Trump wields over his party and his ability to persuade and lead people to action.
—Terina Allen, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
That’s no small feat for an aesthetic often embraced by groups with a narrow, exclusionary view of who can claim the American flag as their own.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 4 July 2025
But being an innovator on the long run — and therefore one of WWD’s Originals — is no mean feat, particularly in the early days.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
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Matias Grez, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
This was no small feat and speaks volumes to the power Trump wields over his party and his ability to persuade and lead people to action.
—Terina Allen, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
That’s no small feat for an aesthetic often embraced by groups with a narrow, exclusionary view of who can claim the American flag as their own.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 4 July 2025
But being an innovator on the long run — and therefore one of WWD’s Originals — is no mean feat, particularly in the early days.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feat
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The tradition took hold and now includes other individual achievements that might otherwise get overlooked.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
11 July 2025
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On the back of their most successful Premier League season, this outcome threatens to overshadow their outstanding achievement and the joy that came with it in the most unjust manner.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The popularity of body mists comes down to three main things: affordability, versatility, and nostalgia.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
15 July 2025
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The more Jeanne relies on the authorities, the more complicated things get if and when Suzanne resurfaces.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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On stage, he’s known for wearing full-face masks and performing physically risky stunts, including one in 2008 that broke both of his heels, per Kerrang!.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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In terms of stunts abroad, there was a massive 3D T-Rex head loomed over the new restaurant in Seongsu from June 18-30.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 July 2025
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As time goes on, some of his accomplishments have been matched — and even beaten — by other K-pop stars.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Once known as a top passer in the game for the Seattle Seahawks, Wilson's Denver Broncos era was throwing dirt on a lot of his accomplishments.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Zhong said protesters are upset because the Word of God exposes that their deeds are evil.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
13 July 2025
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This fits a historical pattern: Israeli words and deeds have played a role in the long cycle of escalation and counter-escalation with Iran.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
11 July 2025
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The three Republican senators and two GOP members who voted against the legislation weren't Musk's doing.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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My firing from the band and the subsequent trials and tribulations caused by the actions of the band’s management and the band’s old label that made things challenging for me weren’t completely my doing.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
8 July 2025
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As the second tier in LG's illustrious OLED lineup, high-value performance is in its DNA.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Their performance was complete with a choreographed dance routine and raspy vocals.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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In addition, citizenship can be revoked if an individual commits certain actions, including treason, serving in a foreign military engaged in hostilities against the U.S., or renouncing citizenship.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
13 July 2025
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Greed has driven people’s actions throughout history, including in the world of finance, said Anat Admati, professor of finance and economics at Stanford Graduate School of Business.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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“Feat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feat. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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