Pyrrhic victory
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He won, but given no main party put up a candidate against him, critics described it as a Pyrrhic victory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
But even if the Tegna acquisition makes it through the courts, Nexstar may find it has obtained a Pyrrhic victory.
From Slate ● Apr. 21, 2026
If we can’t, winning the global AI race will be a Pyrrhic victory at best.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 7, 2026
“It could turn out to be a Pyrrhic victory if inroads aren’t also carved out at the nonunionized factories that will play a pivotal role in the industry’s future,” Masters said.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 10, 2023
“It is a Pyrrhic victory at best,” says Siraj.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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