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NOUN

chef-d'oeuvre

Synonyms

STRONG

classic prize treasure

WEAK

magnum opus masterwork

NOUN

coup

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action overthrow plot revolution

STRONG

accomplishment deed exploit feat stratagem stroke stunt upset

WEAK

coup d'état coup de mâitre successful stroke tour de force

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failure

NOUN

tour de force

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WEAK

accomplishment achievement attainment chef-d'oeuvre conquest deed exploit feat feat of strength grand achievement great achievement magnum opus master stroke masterpiece masterwork performance pièce de résistance success triumph victory

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stroke of genius

It proved to be a stroke of genius in two ways.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 3, 2026

But the real stroke of genius "was putting plush toys in the claw games", said Bottos.

From Barron's ● Dec. 26, 2025

In a stroke of genius, I discovered the perfect vacation desk hack: the ironing board.

From Slate ● Jun. 1, 2025

He was 35 when he joined, but it was a stroke of genius by Gerard Houllier.

From BBC ● Mar. 7, 2024

Colonel Korn’s rule was a stroke of genius, Colonel Korn explained in his report to Colonel Cathcart.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller