as in win
an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent
with great effort, our team managed an upset victory in the final moments a victory that won them a spot in the championship round
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Recent Examples of victory
Russia’s own unilateral three-day ceasefire, declared for the 80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany expires Saturday, and Ukraine says Russian forces have repeatedly violated it.
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Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2025
The Big Data Poll also found that 52.9 percent of Hispanic voters, a group that was key to Trump's election victory in November, still approve of the president.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
However, a seventh inning that didn’t see a single baserunner from either team was enough for the Hawks to claim victory on their home field.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 May 2025
Putin announced the ceasefire to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet Union and its allies in World War Two.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
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Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2025
The Big Data Poll also found that 52.9 percent of Hispanic voters, a group that was key to Trump's election victory in November, still approve of the president.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
However, a seventh inning that didn’t see a single baserunner from either team was enough for the Hawks to claim victory on their home field.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 9 May 2025
Putin announced the ceasefire to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet Union and its allies in World War Two.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for victory
Noun
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The Timberwolves put together a late 6-1 run but Nickson put away a quick ball in the middle for the set win.—
Tim Meehan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Miami lost four of its past five games and was desperate for a win heading into the game against San Jose.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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In a season that nervously toed the line between triumph and disaster, Manchester United have placed themselves one match from silverware.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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This triumph was the result of unwavering collaboration among nations, strategic military planning, and the resilience of countless individuals.—
Lt. General Leon Scott Rice,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
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“Victory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/victory. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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