as in jewel
an asset that brings praise or renown
the mogul's latest trophies include a winter mansion in the Bahamas and a new sports car
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Recent Examples of trophy
If the offensive line deserved the MVP trophy in the Rose Bowl, the spoils should have gone to the defense here.
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Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
Entry fee is $10 with a chance to win trophies and door prizes.
—Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 9 Jan. 2026
Everywhere All at Once all pair their Best Picture wins with a lead-acting trophy.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
The primary aims outlined are to both push regularly for European qualification and win the club’s first major trophy.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026
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Her Balenciaga gown featured a peplum-like petal detail to perfectly accentuate her baby bump, while a crystal brooch and Fred Leighton jewels added sparkle to her look.—
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There’s a broad consensus among them that these Baroque-era jewels are heirlooms to be treasured and gently ushered into the modern world without ripping out their soul.—
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Brendan Fraser played the dashing hero Rick O’Connell, a treasure hunter and former Captain of the French Foreign Legion.—
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In the film, little Rory needs to save her father who’s disappeared on a treasure quest during an unfortunate encounter with a dragon.—
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The performance earned Millan his first NFL Offensive Player of the Week honor.—
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Scott Dolch, president and CEO of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, which bestowed the recent honor through their Crazies award, said Riverhouse Catering is one of the best not only in Connecticut, but the region.—
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“Trophy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trophy. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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