victory
noun
vic·to·ry
ˈvik-t(ə-)rē 
plural victories
1
: the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist
2
: achievement of mastery or success in a struggle or endeavor against odds or difficulties
Examples of victory in a Sentence
The general led the troops to victory.
They had never experienced the thrill of victory.
The passage of the law was a tremendous victory for their cause.
It was a decisive victory for the army.
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That warning did not stop Morant from repeating it several times during Memphis’ 110-108 victory, which included Morant’s game winner as time expired.
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Minal Desai, who was appointed clerk by Mayor George Van Dusen last April, declared victory in the three-way race for Skokie clerk.
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Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
That warning did not stop Morant from repeating it several times during Memphis’ 110-108 victory, which included Morant’s game winner as time expired.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
Minal Desai, who was appointed clerk by Mayor George Van Dusen last April, declared victory in the three-way race for Skokie clerk.
—Richard Requena, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
Most of the clips used with the trend are huge moments of awe, like perfect views while traveling or great life victories.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for victory
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“Victory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/victory. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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victory
noun
vic·to·ry
ˈvik-t(ə-)rē
plural victories
1
: the overcoming of an enemy or opponent
2
: success in a struggle
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