Pyrrhic victory

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If we can’t, winning the global AI race will be a Pyrrhic victory at best.

From MarketWatch

“Robust weight loss that few can tolerate would be a Pyrrhic victory,” he wrote.

From Barron's

Unfortunately, the proponents’ pursuit for greater numbers in these local races will result in a Pyrrhic victory.

From Seattle Times

It was a Pyrrhic victory for the ferries that every route had at least some service come Monday morning.

From Seattle Times

“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