as in successes
a successful result brought about by hard work
winning that big contract was a real coup
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Recent Examples of coups
Sure Xavier is wanted for murder and coups there, but that is a problem for another day.
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Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Mar. 2026
In a textbook case of addition by subtraction, one of Iger’s biggest sports coups was entirely accidental.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
The early years of independence were tumultuous and marked by political instability, as Syria underwent several military coups and changes in leadership.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
The series of coups in countries around the Sahel in recent years have stemmed from the instability caused by insurgents.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 2 Mar. 2026
The military remains Pakistan’s most powerful institution, having solidified its dominance throughout the country’s history with coups and constitutional amendments.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
The legislation excludes people accused of involvement in military rebellions or coups, as well as those charged with serious crimes such as human-rights violations, intentional homicide, drug trafficking and corruption.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
African countries are battling military coups, disputed elections and protests inspired by hardship worsened by foreign aid cuts.
—ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
There are certain things that totalitarian coups always do.
—Jon Wertheim, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Mar. 2026
In a textbook case of addition by subtraction, one of Iger’s biggest sports coups was entirely accidental.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
The early years of independence were tumultuous and marked by political instability, as Syria underwent several military coups and changes in leadership.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
The series of coups in countries around the Sahel in recent years have stemmed from the instability caused by insurgents.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 2 Mar. 2026
The military remains Pakistan’s most powerful institution, having solidified its dominance throughout the country’s history with coups and constitutional amendments.
—Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
The legislation excludes people accused of involvement in military rebellions or coups, as well as those charged with serious crimes such as human-rights violations, intentional homicide, drug trafficking and corruption.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
African countries are battling military coups, disputed elections and protests inspired by hardship worsened by foreign aid cuts.
—ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
There are certain things that totalitarian coups always do.
—Jon Wertheim, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coups
Noun
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But those tactical successes don't necessarily translate to achieving all the president's strategic aims.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Your questions and comments, as well as gardening conundrums and successes, are always welcome.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Take one step at a time to make accomplishments that respect both your drive and their needs.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Malloy already has filled his resume with accomplishments.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Sheffield will outline her achievements thus far in her first few months in office, as well as lay out her vision for the rest of her term, with an aim to inspire Detroiters to have hope for a brighter future, her office said.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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One of Gray’s biggest career achievements was competing in the under-16 National Junior Olympics at Texas A&M in 2024.—
Zoe Bahjat,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Coups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coups. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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