as in success
a successful result brought about by hard work
winning that big contract was a real coup
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Recent Examples of coup
Similar spikes were observed following Hong Kong's passage of a contentious security law in 2020 (migration to the UK increased fifteenfold shortly after) and the 2021 coup in Myanmar.
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The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
The former president is expected to stand trial in the next few months at Brazil’s Supreme Court for allegedly attempting to stage a coup in January 2023, with riots led by his supporters in Brasilia.
—Mauricio Savarese, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Whatever righteous coup June imagined achieving in the past seems unlikely to transpire.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2025
Min Aung Hlaing and senior members of his government are shunned and sanctioned by many Western countries for their 2021 coup and human rights abuses.
—Grant Peck, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
The former president is expected to stand trial in the next few months at Brazil’s Supreme Court for allegedly attempting to stage a coup in January 2023, with riots led by his supporters in Brasilia.
—Mauricio Savarese, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Whatever righteous coup June imagined achieving in the past seems unlikely to transpire.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2025
Min Aung Hlaing and senior members of his government are shunned and sanctioned by many Western countries for their 2021 coup and human rights abuses.
—Grant Peck, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coup
Noun
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Domenech’s success highlights the importance of relationships and referrals.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Celebrate small successes to preserve their self-esteem.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Highlight their key strengths, skills, and accomplishments.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr.,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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The note then echoes Elon Musk’s recent emails to federal workers and demand that victims justify their productivity by listing their weekly accomplishments.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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At the top of the corporate ladder, the view is expansive—executives boast seven-figure salaries, high-stakes decision-making power, and recognition for their achievements.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Significance of the 100-Days Speech: What To Know Trump's appearance in Michigan marks the 100th day of his second White House term, a milestone traditionally used by presidents to highlight early achievements and set the tone for the remainder of their administration.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Coup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coup. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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