triumphal

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It also comes amid other grandiose schemes such as demolishing the White House East Wing in order to install a $400-million ballroom, and announcing the construction of a large triumphal arch.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

Roman triumphal arches were built to glorify the immense, violent power of autocratic leaders.

From Salon • Nov. 5, 2025

Established by Congress over a century ago, the commission would have reviewed plans for the elaborate ballroom Trump is erecting at the White House, as well as another project — his proposed triumphal arch.

From Salon • Nov. 5, 2025

Charbonneau, a partner at Harrison Design, posted a watercolour rendering of the the proposal on social media on 4 September, writing "America needs a triumphal arch!"

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

The trip became a triumphal procession as the slow-moving van was rocked by the crowd.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela