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as in successes
a successful result brought about by hard work
getting into Harvard is quite a triumph
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as in victories
an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent
our stunning triumph on the field won us the title of regional champs
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as in wins
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
despite an accident early on, the runner persevered and ultimately triumphed
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as in delights
to feel or express joy or triumph
the team triumphed by hoisting their coach into the air and carrying her off the field
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Recent Examples of triumphs
Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
It is regarded as one of the top public health triumphs of the 20th century.
—CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
It is regarded as one of the top public health triumphs of the 20th century.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
It is regarded as one of the public health triumphs of the 20th century.
—Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
In that realm, Pragat usually triumphs over Aura.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
Secrets triumphs two to one despite Bannon adopting her own dirty tricks.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
This was during Woods’ amazing stretch of success in which his numerous triumphs rivaled the unlimited breadsticks served at an Olive Garden.
—Jay Paris, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
This, Wright imagined, was one way Proxi might display its analysis of players’ minds, an aerial map of loves, phobias, triumphs, losses, pets, and near misses plus all the associations connecting them.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
His triumphs disproved Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler’s belief in white supremacy.
—Lorenzino Estrada, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026
It is regarded as one of the top public health triumphs of the 20th century.
—CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
It is regarded as one of the top public health triumphs of the 20th century.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
It is regarded as one of the public health triumphs of the 20th century.
—Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
In that realm, Pragat usually triumphs over Aura.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
Secrets triumphs two to one despite Bannon adopting her own dirty tricks.
—Rob Crilly, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
This was during Woods’ amazing stretch of success in which his numerous triumphs rivaled the unlimited breadsticks served at an Olive Garden.
—Jay Paris, Oc Register, 26 Mar. 2026
This, Wright imagined, was one way Proxi might display its analysis of players’ minds, an aerial map of loves, phobias, triumphs, losses, pets, and near misses plus all the associations connecting them.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for triumphs
Noun
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But those tactical successes don't necessarily translate to achieving all the president's strategic aims.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Your questions and comments, as well as gardening conundrums and successes, are always welcome.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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There haven’t been many victories for the Miami Heat lately, but the Heat’s winning formula was on display Monday.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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After a season-opening 8-2 win, Los Angeles pulled off two consecutive one-run victories, 5-4 and 3-2.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This Marlins will have to ride pitching, defense and one-run wins again.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Mar. 2026
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Dev Ayesa — still on Mars, still planning big, still stubborn as hell, and newly swole, per the opening montage — wins the prize for best graduation gift in a walk by giving Alex a superfast Mars motocross-style bike.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Paul M. Sutter,
Scientific American,
27 Mar. 2026
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Boston, who serves as showrunner, creator, writer, and executive producer of the series has been ruminating on its terrors and delights for awhile now.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Take one step at a time to make accomplishments that respect both your drive and their needs.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Malloy already has filled his resume with accomplishments.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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By backing multiple candidates, Uber appears to be positioning itself to maintain influence regardless of which candidate ultimately prevails.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Mar. 2026
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That, at any rate, is a viewpoint that prevails at some of the sturdier colleges in the United States.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There are no sorrows In our lives Nor joys either.—
Ricardo Reis,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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The supermodel, 71, snapped a mirror selfie in a black bikini while soaking up the sun — and joys!—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Sheffield will outline her achievements thus far in her first few months in office, as well as lay out her vision for the rest of her term, with an aim to inspire Detroiters to have hope for a brighter future, her office said.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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One of Gray’s biggest career achievements was competing in the under-16 National Junior Olympics at Texas A&M in 2024.—
Zoe Bahjat,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Triumphs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/triumphs. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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