as in wins
an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent
with great effort, our team managed an upset victory in the final moments a victory that won them a spot in the championship round
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Recent Examples of victories
The Knicks’ championship is a capstone to a string of victories elsewhere.
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Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Tolbert will face Democratic nominee Sheila Edwards in November — a pivotal race that will determine which party controls the five-member state utility board, following two Democratic victories last year.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 16 June 2026
The Mustangs have reeled off 31 straight victories since their season-opening loss to Guerin, which will play Andrean for the Class 3A state title on Friday.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
But this year’s showdown between the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs electrified sports fans all across the country, thanks in part to New York’s multiple, highly dramatic comeback victories.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
House victories in New York as must-have wins for underheard voices in the halls of Congress.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 16 June 2026
This was an enviable string of political victories.
—Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026
Both have the Edmonton Oilers, Florida’s foe for each of its past two Stanley Cup Finals victories, tied with the Panthers.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Twenty-nine of its 32 victories this season are sweeps.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Tolbert will face Democratic nominee Sheila Edwards in November — a pivotal race that will determine which party controls the five-member state utility board, following two Democratic victories last year.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 16 June 2026
The Mustangs have reeled off 31 straight victories since their season-opening loss to Guerin, which will play Andrean for the Class 3A state title on Friday.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
But this year’s showdown between the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs electrified sports fans all across the country, thanks in part to New York’s multiple, highly dramatic comeback victories.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
House victories in New York as must-have wins for underheard voices in the halls of Congress.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 16 June 2026
This was an enviable string of political victories.
—Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026
Both have the Edmonton Oilers, Florida’s foe for each of its past two Stanley Cup Finals victories, tied with the Panthers.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Twenty-nine of its 32 victories this season are sweeps.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for victories
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Coca-Cola Men's World Rankings following its wins against Iceland and Honduras in the team's recent warm-up friendlies.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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Its all-time record in 37 World Cup matches is 9 wins, 8 draws, and 20 losses.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The 25 responses below include movies old and new, documentaries and blockbusters and quiet indie triumphs.—
Time,
Time,
10 June 2026
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Through the tears and the triumphs, there were moments that slipped under the radar worthy of attention.—
Brian Robin,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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“Victories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/victories. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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