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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
NPR, 7 Nov. 2025
The film features rare interviews, original animation, and reenactments and delves into the struggles, triumphs, and defining moments that shaped the actress' life and career.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Zaslav in his speech got surprisingly personal about his family’s trials, triumphs and their escape from persecution in Poland to create a new life in America.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Nations weave myths out of victories and erase defeats with the promise of future triumphs.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
As their characters each face struggles, triumphs and reversals, the two leads never falter.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
More consistently than any other character, Ray embodies the unrelenting pessimism of noir — your daddy’s a good man, Francis, but evil triumphs, even when good men do something.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
The anti-American side focuses exclusively on the tragedies, usually makes slavery the chief argument for the prosecution, and dismisses the triumphs as hypocritical rhetoric.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Just as legendary as his triumphs have been his fist pumps, his reactions to good and bad shots, and his celebrations that roused the crowds.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
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That's because routine childhood vaccinations have largely vanquished many diseases, making vaccines one of medicine's greatest triumphs.
—NPR, 7 Nov. 2025
The film features rare interviews, original animation, and reenactments and delves into the struggles, triumphs, and defining moments that shaped the actress' life and career.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Zaslav in his speech got surprisingly personal about his family’s trials, triumphs and their escape from persecution in Poland to create a new life in America.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Nations weave myths out of victories and erase defeats with the promise of future triumphs.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
As their characters each face struggles, triumphs and reversals, the two leads never falter.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
More consistently than any other character, Ray embodies the unrelenting pessimism of noir — your daddy’s a good man, Francis, but evil triumphs, even when good men do something.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
The anti-American side focuses exclusively on the tragedies, usually makes slavery the chief argument for the prosecution, and dismisses the triumphs as hypocritical rhetoric.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Just as legendary as his triumphs have been his fist pumps, his reactions to good and bad shots, and his celebrations that roused the crowds.
—Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for triumphs
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His successes on behalf of the American people will be imprinted upon the fabric of America and will be felt by every other Administration that comes after him.—
Sirena Bergman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Recently, Moore caught up with PEOPLE in October and revealed the one thing that's still on her career bucket list after more than two decades in Hollywood filled with successes that span music, movies and beyond.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
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The victories are seen by many analysts and political figures as a signal that Democrats have regained momentum after losses in the 2024 election cycle—while some Republican voices warn of growing disconnection from core voters.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Two days after Democrats saw resounding election victories in multiple states, the debate inside their own ranks over the government shutdown has only intensified, pitting progressives determined to hold the line against moderates eyeing a potential off-ramp.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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This is a huge contest in the battle for the 1-seed in the NFC (and homefield advantage in the playoffs), as the loser will fall further behind the Seahawks and the Rams, who are both 7-2 after blowout wins yesterday.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Pfizer wins bidding war for obesity drug startup US pharma giant Pfizer won a bidding war to acquire obesity drug developer Metsera, beating back an offer from Danish rival Novo Nordisk.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
David M. Ewalt,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
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Every year, the actor surprises and delights us with her choice of costume, paying homage to Pamela Anderson one year and channeling Queen Amidala the next.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
27 Oct. 2025
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In addition to his accomplishments as a solo artist, Gill has been part of several groups, including Pure Prairie League, The Cherry Bombs and The Time Jumpers.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
10 Nov. 2025
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Read more on his accomplishments.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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If Conkling prevails in stifling Garfield’s agenda by wiping out his appointees, then his man in the White House, Chester Arthur, will have helped orchestrate it.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
6 Nov. 2025
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Whoever prevails will remain a national figure whose efforts to address the city's challenges surrounding affordability and public safety will continue to garner attention over the coming years.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Nov. 2025
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They were tasked with returning the October joys that José Bautista, Edwin Encarnación and Josh Donaldson brought before them.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Awards tied to market cap gains are paired with operational achievements.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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Most Gazans who had come of age or graduated from university in 2006 when Israel’s blockade was imposed were in 2023 reaching the second half of their thirties without ever having had a job, despite their impressive educational achievements.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Triumphs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/triumphs. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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