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Defeats An Opponent Crossword Clue

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noun

• a victory (as in a race or other competition)

• something won (especially money)

verb

• be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious

• win something through one's efforts

• obtain advantages, such as points, etc.

• attain success or reach a desired goal

• acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions

36%10 One who defeats an opponent
noun

• someone who is victorious by force of arms

36%9Defeats an opponent in combat
verb

• to fight better than; get the better of

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New York Times28 Aug 1990 Down 8
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