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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
Time, 10 June 2026
Through the tears and the triumphs, there were moments that slipped under the radar worthy of attention.
—Brian Robin, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
The Traitors winner Rob Rausch and contestant Lisa Rinna were named the respective Male and Female Star of the Year, and show’s five triumphs were enough to put Peacock atop the leader board among platforms.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 June 2026
Of course, by the end of the film good triumphs over evil, but as far as the acting victory is concerned, there’s no contest.
—Jeffrey Ressner, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
The event highlights the triumphs of former foster youth and raises funds for job skills programs, internships, and mentorship.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
Through her social media platform, Walking With Ava, Costa began documenting both the realities and triumphs of life with a spinal cord injury.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Victory for Lewis George would be the latest in a string of triumphs for proudly socialist politicians, including, most notably, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
But this year’s iteration of the Knicks, led by Jalen Brunson, has, so far, erased all of the tales of tragedy and small triumphs that never came to fruition.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Noun
The 25 responses below include movies old and new, documentaries and blockbusters and quiet indie triumphs.
—Time, 10 June 2026
Through the tears and the triumphs, there were moments that slipped under the radar worthy of attention.
—Brian Robin, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
The Traitors winner Rob Rausch and contestant Lisa Rinna were named the respective Male and Female Star of the Year, and show’s five triumphs were enough to put Peacock atop the leader board among platforms.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 June 2026
Of course, by the end of the film good triumphs over evil, but as far as the acting victory is concerned, there’s no contest.
—Jeffrey Ressner, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
The event highlights the triumphs of former foster youth and raises funds for job skills programs, internships, and mentorship.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
Through her social media platform, Walking With Ava, Costa began documenting both the realities and triumphs of life with a spinal cord injury.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Victory for Lewis George would be the latest in a string of triumphs for proudly socialist politicians, including, most notably, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
But this year’s iteration of the Knicks, led by Jalen Brunson, has, so far, erased all of the tales of tragedy and small triumphs that never came to fruition.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
Verb
Aureliano Buendía’s journey is not that of a hero who triumphs after overcoming obstacles, but that of a figure driven by inner will who is overcome by external coercion.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for triumphs
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There followed a series of European successes (Italy, Spain, Germany, France) before the anguish, for Brazilians, of seeing big South American rivals Argentina win a third world title in Qatar four years ago.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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Morgan Wallen Claims 24 Career Top 10s Wallen claims four times as many top 10 successes on the Country Airplay chart as Langley.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Twenty-nine of its 32 victories this season are sweeps.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
10 June 2026
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The 2014 World Cup brought a third match-up with the United States but Ghana were unable to complete a trilogy of victories, and their tournament ended in chaotic fashion.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Anyone wins it, but not England.—
Mike Sullivan,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Citation, ridden by Eddie Arcaro, wins the Belmont Stakes and the Triple Crown with an eight-length victory over Better Self.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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There’s nothing that’s mechanized, that isn’t human-driven, which delights me.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Jeanna Bryner,
Scientific American,
4 June 2026
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The 2026 contestants' Instagram and TikTok profiles are frozen in time, showcasing their final adventures and accomplishments (like Kenzie Annis graduating from nursing school) before they were sequestered in May, prior to their debuts in the Fijian villa.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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The Chiefs’ red is gone, and so are the banners of their championships and accomplishments.—
Pete Grathoff
June 8,
Kansas City Star,
9 June 2026
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Numerous Democratic lawmakers have vowed to investigate matters relating to Paramount and Trump if their party prevails in the midterm elections.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Practicality prevails once again.—
Sable Yong,
Allure,
11 June 2026
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There are no sorrows In our lives Nor joys either.—
Ricardo Reis,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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The supermodel, 71, snapped a mirror selfie in a black bikini while soaking up the sun — and joys!—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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Rafa’s 14 titles at Roland-Garros is the single most astounding statistic in a career that saw the Spanish star win each of tennis’ Grand Slams at least twice (his dominance in Paris stands as one of the most extraordinary achievements in all of sport).—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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Even when the stadium announcer ran through her list of career achievements to yet more frenzied cheering from the stands, Williams didn’t stray from her warmup.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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“Triumphs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/triumphs. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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