as in jewels
an asset that brings praise or renown
the mogul's latest trophies include a winter mansion in the Bahamas and a new sports car
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Recent Examples of trophies
Players such as Phil Mickelson had been attempting the strategy for years, but DeChambeau proved that overpowering the test could lead to more trophies.
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Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 12 May 2026
What drew him in was not the trophies but the person behind them.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
The excitement is already evident with flags, jerseys, trophies and other decorations lining the inside and outside of shops and restaurants near Roosevelt Avenue.
—Luis Miguel Echegaray, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Hali saw the vibrant colors and thriving plants around the storefront as trophies of the time and attention the owners have put into creating a welcoming environment where people can enjoy a game or several with their friends.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
The prison was even home to two large trophies, given to Kemper for his dedication to the initiative by outside supporters.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
But trophies have been hard to come by for every other team.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Madrid, which remains the most successful club in the league with 36 trophies, is ending a second consecutive season without a major title.
—ABC News, 10 May 2026
Prizes are $1,000 for first place, $500 for second and $300 for third, with the top three also receiving trophies.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 12 May 2026
What drew him in was not the trophies but the person behind them.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
The excitement is already evident with flags, jerseys, trophies and other decorations lining the inside and outside of shops and restaurants near Roosevelt Avenue.
—Luis Miguel Echegaray, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Hali saw the vibrant colors and thriving plants around the storefront as trophies of the time and attention the owners have put into creating a welcoming environment where people can enjoy a game or several with their friends.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
The prison was even home to two large trophies, given to Kemper for his dedication to the initiative by outside supporters.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
But trophies have been hard to come by for every other team.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Madrid, which remains the most successful club in the league with 36 trophies, is ending a second consecutive season without a major title.
—ABC News, 10 May 2026
Prizes are $1,000 for first place, $500 for second and $300 for third, with the top three also receiving trophies.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trophies
Noun
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This year’s collection had a bumper crop of 41 millionaire pieces, with a handful breaching the mid-seven-figure barrier, among them the jewels with important sapphires, emeralds and rubies.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
10 May 2026
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Her sculptural face is framed by a crown of fabric wrapped around her head and is dripping with jewels.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Many hide their treasures behind unassuming wooden doors down narrow alleys, like Riad Dar Al Dall—This Time Tomorrow, or offer little or no signage indicating their presence.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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There could be treasures hiding, and it won't be picked over like the main areas.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
Noun
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One of the world’s highest dining honors has been awarded to six fine dining restaurants in North Carolina — including one in Charlotte.—
Drew Jackson,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2026
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Names, degrees and honors appear below as provided by the respective schools.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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“Trophies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trophies. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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