as in success
a successful result brought about by hard work
winning that big contract was a real coup
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Recent Examples of coup
To score a No. 2 debut with his fiancée is no doubt a huge personal milestone for the singer as well as being a massive coup for his professional career.
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Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
The Red Storm are adding Providence forward Bryce Hopkins, head coach Rick Pitino announced Monday, in a major coup for the reigning Big East champions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025
Securing her for a small supporting part was a big coup for High Fidelity.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The signing of Brooks Koepka was considered one of LIV Golf's biggest coups at the time of its inception.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
The Red Storm are adding Providence forward Bryce Hopkins, head coach Rick Pitino announced Monday, in a major coup for the reigning Big East champions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025
Securing her for a small supporting part was a big coup for High Fidelity.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The signing of Brooks Koepka was considered one of LIV Golf's biggest coups at the time of its inception.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coup
Noun
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Those successes led to Hilton being named to this year’s CNBC Changemakers list, which spotlights women whose accomplishments have left an indelible mark on the business world.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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Anything but success in the Champions League next season will not be good enough going forward.—
Manuel Veth,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Rejoining Formula 1 as its official timekeeper in 2025 is part of this version —but the message is broader: the brand is for those who push limits of high performance, competitiveness and accomplishment, in sports or life.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Whether that's more impressive than his in-ring accomplishments is up to interpretation.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Support perseverance and passion for long-term goals: Support sustained effort and a growth mindset rather than grades or achievement for achievement's sake.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
17 Apr. 2025
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Praises for Kai's newest sartorial achievement were sung loudly by her mom and dad, who showed their love on Instagram.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Coup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coup. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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