laurels
Example Sentences
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Despite the World Cup success, Shaffelburg isn’t resting on those laurels.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
But that should not mean resting on our laurels or on the golf cart if a friend or acquaintance reaches out for help.
From MarketWatch ● May 29, 2026
"We're not sitting on our laurels, but we're not intimidated by that at all," he says of displays such as the No Kings protest.
From BBC ● May 1, 2026
It must also resist the temptation to rest on its laurels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 29, 2026
Nike’s chariot appeared on the field, the Nikettes arrayed in front of her with their spears and laurels raised.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
