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as in success
a successful result brought about by hard work
getting into Harvard is quite a triumph
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as in victory
an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent
our stunning triumph on the field won us the title of regional champs
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as in to win
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
despite an accident early on, the runner persevered and ultimately triumphed
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as in to joy
to feel or express joy or triumph
the team triumphed by hoisting their coach into the air and carrying her off the field
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Recent Examples of triumph
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
But the sidewalk commentators had stories too, riddled with escape, survival, triumph.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Pete Hammond, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
In a battle for first place in the Camino Real League, the Knights triumphed.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026
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Noun
In an appearance on Fortune‘s Titans and Disruptors of Industry video podcast, Bourla talked about the triumphs and challenges of navigating the pharmaceutical giant through the pandemic and what is shaping up afterward.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026
But the sidewalk commentators had stories too, riddled with escape, survival, triumph.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
That goes as well for Fortson, who is perfect as the daughter hoping to triumph with her debate skills but now caught between this awkward reunion of two people very much in her life.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 22 Jan. 2026
In a battle for first place in the Camino Real League, the Knights triumphed.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for triumph
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Matt Van Komen, one of the tallest players in all of college basketball at 7-4, added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks as the Red Wolves struggled to find success in the lane with his presence defensively.—
Michael Harley,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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After more than a decade of success, the 2000s saw a recession that some thought might spell the end of the space sim genre.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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The winner of the runoff election will have a bit of a head start, but a Saturday victory isn’t a guarantee of the same outcome later this year.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Jan. 2026
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Cruz spokesperson Macarena Martinez dismissed that, saying his outreach is aimed at keeping Texas Republican and ensuring a GOP victory in November.—
Joseph Morton,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Thailand’s largest construction company, which is under investigation for its role in two deadly accidents, won investor approval to restructure its outstanding bonds.—
Anuchit Nguyen,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Penny Weaver is an award-winning journalist who covers crime, law enforcement, court proceedings and more for the River Valley Democrat-Gazette.—
Penny Weaver,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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Many professionals focus on big projects and headline achievements, but research shows that soft skills and visibility strongly influence promotions.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the research underscores how school matters across achievement levels — and each day makes a difference.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Without this revolutionary position, fascism prevails.—
Gaby Iori
January 27,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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Mahan, Vice Mayor Pam Foley and District 3 Councilmember Anthony Tordillos, who represents downtown, have also asked the city to create a higher incentive tier for projects that pay prevailing wages and support apprenticeship programs.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
26 Jan. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
27 Jan. 2026
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However, epicureans will be delighted with the resort hotel's culinary options, including a restaurant helmed by superstar chef Eric Ripert.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
24 Jan. 2026
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KidsFest activities will return for Sundays at Petco Park, with select Sundays throughout the home schedule dedicated to saluting different military branches, accomplishments and history.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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While heading to a Pro Bowl is always a great accomplishment, Sanders knows nothing is solidified for his role in 2026.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Messi, at 35, led his country to glory against France, winning soccer’s ultimate prize in a pulsating match that finished 3-3 after extra time and had to be settled by a nerve-wracking penalty shootout.—
Patrick Smith,
NBC News,
19 Dec. 2022
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If Harris can bring together a family with Indian, African, and Jewish heritage, America can glory in its diversity.—
Fintan O’Toole,
The New York Review of Books,
26 Aug. 2020
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“Triumph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/triumph. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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