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as in successes
a successful result brought about by hard work
getting into Harvard is quite a triumph
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as in victories
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 wins
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
despite an accident early on, the runner persevered and ultimately triumphed
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as in delights
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 triumphs
David Fear, Rolling Stone, 6 Sep. 2025
These triumphs of justice undercut the local economic ecosystems that had sustained Black communities.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Lessons from history and culture The National Park System also preserves America’s history and culture – and reminds people of the country’s collective mistakes and triumphs.
—Jeffrey C. Hallo, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
During a year that included further footwear triumphs with Louis Vuitton, the launch of a new multipurpose brand platform, and an industry-favorite album with Clipse, Pharrell’s new Adidas collaboration was strong enough to not get lost in the shuffle.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
SkyMed follows the triumphs and tribulations of young medics and pilots who fly air ambulances across the remote skies of Northern Canada, weaving together intense journeys with jaw-dropping medical rescues 20,000 feet in the air in the most remote conditions.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Getty Images On Monday night, 45-year-old Venus Williams returned to the scene of two of her Grand Slam singles triumphs at Flushing Meadows.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Welcome to Camp Female Founders Fund, a coastal oasis in Montauk, New York, on eastern Long Island, where female business leaders broaden their networks, share their struggles and triumphs and have some fun.
—Savannah Sellers, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2025
The show chronicles their triumphs, disappointments, joys, and compromises.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
Christy, a look at the triumphs and traumatic experiences of world-class boxer Christy Martin, is Sweeney’s entry into this canon.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 6 Sep. 2025
These triumphs of justice undercut the local economic ecosystems that had sustained Black communities.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Lessons from history and culture The National Park System also preserves America’s history and culture – and reminds people of the country’s collective mistakes and triumphs.
—Jeffrey C. Hallo, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
During a year that included further footwear triumphs with Louis Vuitton, the launch of a new multipurpose brand platform, and an industry-favorite album with Clipse, Pharrell’s new Adidas collaboration was strong enough to not get lost in the shuffle.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
SkyMed follows the triumphs and tribulations of young medics and pilots who fly air ambulances across the remote skies of Northern Canada, weaving together intense journeys with jaw-dropping medical rescues 20,000 feet in the air in the most remote conditions.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Getty Images On Monday night, 45-year-old Venus Williams returned to the scene of two of her Grand Slam singles triumphs at Flushing Meadows.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Welcome to Camp Female Founders Fund, a coastal oasis in Montauk, New York, on eastern Long Island, where female business leaders broaden their networks, share their struggles and triumphs and have some fun.
—Savannah Sellers, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2025
The show chronicles their triumphs, disappointments, joys, and compromises.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for triumphs
Noun
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The first two became huge global successes, and the third is likely headed for that status soon.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Piqued by the remarkable successes of the far-right National Rally (RN) in the European elections in June 2024, the president rolled the dice on a parliamentary vote.—
Saskya Vandoorne,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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Chelsea clinched the title last season, and the season before, with victories over United.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Here’s to the long nights, the small victories, and the miracles in the making.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
4 Sep. 2025
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Also, Iyo Sky takes on Stephanie Vaquer to determine who wins the WWE Women's World Championship, which Naomi vacated.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Whoever wins will also become Virginia's first female governor.—
Grace Sandman,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Max Springer,
Scientific American,
2 Sep. 2025
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How pretty are these two-bite delights?—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
24 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Proud of your gifts and accomplishments?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Be prepared to share recent accomplishments that support your request to be promoted.—
Roberta Matuson,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If Upside Foods prevails in court, legal experts suggest the precedent could apply directly to Texas and other states.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Once again, love prevails, and Jess and Spencer choose each other.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This isn’t to diminish the achievements of other players, many of whom have done great things relative to their expectations this year.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Then, transfer these achievements to your LinkedIn profile.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Triumphs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/triumphs. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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