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

Bakish will be replaced by a troika of executives who will form a new “Office of the CEO.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 29, 2024

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

From Salon • Jul. 19, 2022

Inside, a troika of priests in marigold-colored mantles intoned prayers in a deep baritone.

From New York Times • Feb. 14, 2022

Even with the Babushkinov’s troika dragged halfway into the gully at the road’s edge, the mail sled came so close that it splattered mud on them as it passed.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood