as in milestone
a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
typically, people feel that turning 21 is a landmark in one's life
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Simenon’s novels have been adapted for a number of films and TV series worldwide, including an episode of the early landmark series Studio One in the 1950s and a 1992-93 ITV series that starred Michael Gambon and also aired as part of Mystery!
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Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Sep. 2024
Clayton has written multiple studies about how climate change affects the mental health of children and teens, including a landmark report released last year by the American Psychological Assn.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024
Several area trails are temporarily closed for repair work, including Grizzly Creek and Hanging Lake, a natural national landmark.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 8 Sep. 2024
Anna points out that if other Brighton landmarks such as the Pavilion Gardens were to adopt similar charges, this could have a negative impact on locals and visitors.
—Emma Clarke, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Sep. 2024
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Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Sep. 2024
Clayton has written multiple studies about how climate change affects the mental health of children and teens, including a landmark report released last year by the American Psychological Assn.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024
Several area trails are temporarily closed for repair work, including Grizzly Creek and Hanging Lake, a natural national landmark.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 8 Sep. 2024
Anna points out that if other Brighton landmarks such as the Pavilion Gardens were to adopt similar charges, this could have a negative impact on locals and visitors.
—Emma Clarke, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Sep. 2024
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“Landmark.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/landmark. Accessed 17 Sep. 2024.
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