spoils
Britishplural noun
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(sometimes singular) valuables seized by violence, esp in war
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the rewards and benefits of public office regarded as plunder for the winning party or candidate See also spoils system
Example Sentences
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The announcement seemed to be yet another sign that the earliest supporters of Nvidia would not be sharing in the company’s spoils.
From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026
Performers of Prince and Lamar’s caliber enjoy the spoils of their popularity.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
Should the 24k spoils of Kennedy’s monetization bother me so much?
From Slate • May 10, 2026
It’s extraordinary what these guys did, but I won’t say so much because it spoils the magic.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
It is all a game to them still, a tourney writ large, and all they see is the chance for glory and honor and spoils.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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