as in winner
one that defeats an enemy or opponent
hailed as conqueror of the barbarian forces
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Recent Examples of conqueror
But the story ends abruptly with the English fleeing William and his conquerors after the Battle of Hastings in October 1066.
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Mar. 2025
Over the centuries, the temples suffered severe damage from conquerors, wars, and earthquakes.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Theirs is the other grand story from would-be California conquerors.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2025
Infinitely worse is Kenneth Marshall, the leader of the expedition and the wannabe conqueror of Niflheim.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Mar. 2025
Over the centuries, the temples suffered severe damage from conquerors, wars, and earthquakes.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
Theirs is the other grand story from would-be California conquerors.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2025
Infinitely worse is Kenneth Marshall, the leader of the expedition and the wannabe conqueror of Niflheim.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conqueror
Noun
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Rework, refine and resurface your existing winners instead of drowning your site in constant newness.—
Roi Sorezki,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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If your aromatic vibe leans toward fresh, green, and sweet, this is a winner on and off the course.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
27 May 2025
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During Sunday's live finale, three contestants took the stage to deliver their final performances of the season — and make their last bid to be crowned the victor of season 23.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
19 May 2025
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Lisa Wins, But Sincerity Takes the Crown When the eyeliner dries and the laughter subsides, Lisa Gilroy emerges as the episode’s victor.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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“Conqueror.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conqueror. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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