triumph over
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She threw a five-hitter in the Lions’ playoff opener against Yucaipa and lasted all eight innings with 10 strikeouts in a 5-4 triumph over Ayala in the second round.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Lei defeated 2024 winner Kyren Wilson in the first round at the Crucible in 2025 and will return there after never falling behind in his 10-5 triumph over Welshman Day.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Jordan’s triumph over his fellow nominees, particularly “Marty Supreme” star Timothée Chalamet, is a positive sign as the actor looks toward the Academy Awards later this month.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026
While their league form suffered they still scored 64 times and the silver lining was a Europa League triumph over Manchester United last May, which also secured a coveted place in the Champions League.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026
I had had my first triumph over my father.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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