as in jewel
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 trophy
In a marketplace where trophy homes often change hands quickly and quietly, many never even being listed on the open market, Le Manoir Voltaire represents a rare, versatile opportunity.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
Writer-director Paul Thomas Anderson also took home two trophies for his work as a director and screenwriter on top of Taylor's win for her supporting performance.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
He was considered a front-runner to win his fourth MVP trophy before the knee injury, but now his candidacy is in doubt.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2025
Golden follows suit, inspired by the shimmering element that often on trophies—just those her dad has won at the Super Bowl.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 29 Dec. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2026
Writer-director Paul Thomas Anderson also took home two trophies for his work as a director and screenwriter on top of Taylor's win for her supporting performance.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
He was considered a front-runner to win his fourth MVP trophy before the knee injury, but now his candidacy is in doubt.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2025
Golden follows suit, inspired by the shimmering element that often on trophies—just those her dad has won at the Super Bowl.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 29 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for trophy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trophy
Noun
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Inside, diners find eclectic artwork, jewel-tone decor, and dramatic Lake Michigan views.—
Ron Faiola,
Midwest Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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Leaning further into elegance, the styles are defined by crystal embroidery across a low-cut vamp, recalling Blahnik’s love of embellishment and making shoes resembling jewels.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The architecture seems the town's biggest treasure.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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Another treasure is probably just a few hangers away.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
14 Jan. 2026
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The performance earned Millan his first NFL Offensive Player of the Week honor.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Scott Dolch, president and CEO of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, which bestowed the recent honor through their Crazies award, said Riverhouse Catering is one of the best not only in Connecticut, but the region.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Trophy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trophy. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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