troika

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In the troika of major figures in the Russian Revolution, Trotsky stood for ideas and Stalin represented power; their predecessor, Vladimir Lenin, had fused the two values as the frowning avatar of communist leadership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

Three such titles this year are a heat-seeking troika that involve American notables who, after a period of relative domestic quiet, have showily returned to the international stage.

From New York Times • May 24, 2024

Saudi Arabia, Israel and the U.S. function as a troika in the Middle East.

From Salon • Jul. 19, 2022

The ambassador of Norway, which together with the United States and Britain is in a troika to steer Western policy on Sudan, strongly condemned violence against unarmed protesters.

From Reuters • Nov. 18, 2021

The sun had risen; the troika would be leaving soon, and she had to pack with care, for she would not be coming back.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood