milestones
Pronunciation: [ˈmaɪlˌstoʊnz]
Word
Context: “development”
(noun) a significant point in a process or development. Milestones are important events or achievements on the way to reaching a bigger goal. Think of them like the checkpoints on a race track that show you how far you've come.
Example
Graduating from school was a major milestone in her life.
Example
He didn't reach any milestones during the project, and it felt like he was going in circles.
Example
What milestones have you set for your personal goals this year?
Context: “time”
(noun) a specific time or date marking an important event. Sometimes we use milestones to celebrate or remember special occasions that happen in our lives.
Example
Their 10th wedding anniversary was a wonderful milestone for the couple.
Example
She felt sad that she missed the milestone of her best friend's birthday this year.
Example
What milestones do you think are important to celebrate as we grow older?
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