as in success
a successful result brought about by hard work
winning that big contract was a real coup
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Recent Examples of coup
To score a No. 2 debut with his fiancée is no doubt a huge personal milestone for the singer as well as being a massive coup for his professional career.
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Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
The Red Storm are adding Providence forward Bryce Hopkins, head coach Rick Pitino announced Monday, in a major coup for the reigning Big East champions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025
Securing her for a small supporting part was a big coup for High Fidelity.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The signing of Brooks Koepka was considered one of LIV Golf's biggest coups at the time of its inception.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
The Red Storm are adding Providence forward Bryce Hopkins, head coach Rick Pitino announced Monday, in a major coup for the reigning Big East champions.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025
Securing her for a small supporting part was a big coup for High Fidelity.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The signing of Brooks Koepka was considered one of LIV Golf's biggest coups at the time of its inception.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coup
Noun
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The Kansas chapter has done similar projects in the past with success, said executive director Denise Cyzman.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
5 Apr. 2025
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For Tui, who spent time in the United States playing in the Premier Rugby Sevens competition, such success hasn’t happened by chance.—
George Ramsay and Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Rejoining Formula 1 as its official timekeeper in 2025 is part of this version —but the message is broader: the brand is for those who push limits of high performance, competitiveness and accomplishment, in sports or life.—
Stéphane JG Girod,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Whether that's more impressive than his in-ring accomplishments is up to interpretation.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual gala typically celebrates the performing arts organization’s achievements, but this year’s event also will honor someone else’s accomplishments.—
Jessi Virtusio,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Broadening your view of what constitutes professional achievement creates more pathways to fulfillment.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Coup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coup. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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