bear the palm

Now patriotism is one thing, and fine clothes another; but there are times when cold beef will bear the palm from either.

Now, of all birds that fly, the Indian crow most bear the palm for audacity.

But that I mayn't detain you all the day, I think that I can give you one clear proof In what respect men hold a parasite; For they receive the same rewards as those Who at Olympia bear the palm of victory— They both are fed for nothing for their virtues; And wheresoe'er there is no contribution, That place we ought to call the Prytaneum.

Many princes bear the palm of victory, through liberality; 1856 And many prince full oft the palm werith, 55 As has ben hard, by largeß, of before, In conqueringe of Rignis & of glore. while miserliness hath made realms desolate.

In our present day, "to bear the palm" means to come off victoriously.