victory
The word "victory" is most commonly used as a countable noun, meaning you can have "a victory" or "many victories." While it often refers to war or sports, it is also frequently used in a metaphorical sense to describe overcoming a personal struggle, such as a health issue or a difficult habit.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Karen is multitasking between a PTA meeting and her phone.
Eleanor Smith
I FINALLY GOT THE CHAIRPERSON TO BACK DOWN. TOTAL VICTORY.
Karen Smith
Wait, did you actually manage to pull that off?
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Eleanor is using 'victory' to describe her success in a social power struggle. Karen uses the phrasal verb 'pull that off', meaning to succeed in doing something difficult or unexpected.
Meanings
noun
The act of defeating an enemy or opponent in a battle, game, or other competition.
"The army celebrated their decisive victory over the invaders."
noun
A triumph or success in achieving a goal or overcoming a difficulty.
"Winning the championship was a huge personal victory for the athlete."