brief success

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Spencer, 40, enjoyed brief success in the fourth round when a pair of right hands connected, but Mayer reasserted herself, closing the eighth with four powerful hooks and a wide points victory looked inevitable.

From BBC • Oct. 31, 2025

Despite the ride-sharing program’s brief success, no one is responsible for maintaining the charging infrastructure.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2023

Fans dazzled by Sampson’s brief success had trouble digesting the defeats.

From The Guardian • Mar. 16, 2017

Nonetheless, during its brief success, the Knights illustrated the potential for success with their model of “industrial unionism,” which welcomed workers from all trades.

From Textbooks • Dec. 30, 2014

Egmont, in command of Mayenne's right wing, attacked sharply, but after a brief success was killed and his men repulsed.

From Historical Tales, Vol. 6 (of 15) The Romance of Reality. French. by Morris, Charles