as in trio
a group of three
that summertime trifecta for meteorologically induced misery: hazy, hot, and humid
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of trifecta
The Gophers football program has completed a trifecta on commitments from Moorhead prospects in the 2027 recruiting class.
—
Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
The kid from Miami, who made a stunning rise to the Heisman Trophy and college national title in his hometown against the Hurricanes, completes the trifecta with the top pick.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
There is a trifecta of hyaluronic acid, squalane, and peptides that give a very noticeable moisturizing and plumping benefits.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
But go for the trifecta and order one of each.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for trifecta
Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
The kid from Miami, who made a stunning rise to the Heisman Trophy and college national title in his hometown against the Hurricanes, completes the trifecta with the top pick.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
There is a trifecta of hyaluronic acid, squalane, and peptides that give a very noticeable moisturizing and plumping benefits.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
But go for the trifecta and order one of each.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for trifecta
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trifecta
Noun
-
The toner pads combine a trio of acids—AHA, BHA, and PHA—to slough off dead skin cells, unclog pores, and smooth rough texture.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
-
Coleman, Wingo and Emmett Mosley V make for one of the most explosive receiving trios in the country.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Maintaining operational compatibility across both submarine generations is intended to preserve continuity within the United States’ nuclear triad as the fleet evolves, reports Army Recognition.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
-
In his speech, Putin referred to the Russian nuclear triad, which is the country’s three-pronged system for delivering nuclear weapons, designed to ensure a credible second-strike capability.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Trifecta.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trifecta. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
