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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 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.
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Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
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
But such large victories in a swing state where Democrats have been able to eke out only the narrowest wins suggest discontent over high electricity bills could be a potent political issue nationwide.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Democrats secured victories in multiple statewide races, electing Abigail Spanberger governor of Virginia and Zohran Mamdani mayor of New York City, to name a few.
—Nicole Russell, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Earlier this week, some Democrats expressed their interest in finding a way to resolve the shutdown, but their victories at the ballot box on Tuesday have emboldened many to hold firm.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Nov. 2025
Daboll is 20-39-1 with Big Blue, with nearly half of those victories coming in that first campaign.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Beren Cross What the data says Leeds’ three victories have come against sides currently in the bottom seven, but their underlying numbers offer plenty of reason for optimism.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
The Chiefs have been the NFL’s top team during the Mahomes era, with the most regular-season and playoff victories and most division, conference and NFL championships.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
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
But such large victories in a swing state where Democrats have been able to eke out only the narrowest wins suggest discontent over high electricity bills could be a potent political issue nationwide.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Democrats secured victories in multiple statewide races, electing Abigail Spanberger governor of Virginia and Zohran Mamdani mayor of New York City, to name a few.
—Nicole Russell, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Earlier this week, some Democrats expressed their interest in finding a way to resolve the shutdown, but their victories at the ballot box on Tuesday have emboldened many to hold firm.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Nov. 2025
Daboll is 20-39-1 with Big Blue, with nearly half of those victories coming in that first campaign.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Beren Cross What the data says Leeds’ three victories have come against sides currently in the bottom seven, but their underlying numbers offer plenty of reason for optimism.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 31 Oct. 2025
The Chiefs have been the NFL’s top team during the Mahomes era, with the most regular-season and playoff victories and most division, conference and NFL championships.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for victories
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The Panthers’ most recent four wins have all been extremely close, with margins of 3, 3, 7 and 3 points.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Colts became the second team to reach eight wins on the season, improving to 8-2 on the year.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 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,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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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
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“Victories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/victories. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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