Sentence examples for action was successful from inspiring English sources

Collier claimed that the action was successful in destroying military stores for an attack on Fort Cumberland (although such stores had not been delivered to Machias), while the defenders claimed that they had successfully prevented the capture of Machias and driven off the British.

And like Brockovich, Green is also in line for a huge personal payout if the court action is successful.

However if Palace's action is successful it is understood that Birmingham will look for an alternative replacement for Trevor Francis, who was fired four weeks ago.

Watson said he didn't know the size of the potential compensation payout should the action be successful but said it would be substantial.

Even if such action is successful in weakening the current Syrian leadership and bolstering its opposition, it's uncertain whether such an outcome will prove to be in America's interests.

Similarly, not all collective action is successful.

If such a last-minute action is successful, the Bush tax cuts would end, and a new possibility for sound public finances would suddenly open.

"Really through the class action, this is an example of private enforcement for a public purpose, and if the class action is successful, there will be consequences for these major brands, including Loblaws.

To what extent has the execution of the action been successful?

Many vice-chancellors may be wondering what action to take, waiting to see how far others go – and whether court actions are successful.

When such actions are successful, Mr. Silverman said, the damage awards can be considerably higher than the awards obtained under workers' compensation laws.