Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pyrrhic Victory.
Pyrrhic Victory - as a noun
A victory that is won by incurring terrible losses
Example Sentences
"Despite winning the battle, the army suffered such heavy losses that it was considered a pyrrhic victory."
"The team won the game, but their star player was injured, making it a pyrrhic victory."
"The politician celebrated his electoral victory, but his party lost support, leading to a pyrrhic victory."
"After months of legal battles, the company finally won the lawsuit, but the financial cost was immense, resulting in a pyrrhic victory."
"The coach's aggressive strategy resulted in a pyrrhic victory, as most of the players were exhausted and injured."
