spoils

/ spɔɪlz /

plural noun

1. (sometimes singular) valuables seized by violence, esp in war

2. the rewards and benefits of public office regarded as plunder for the winning party or candidate See also spoils system

Example Sentences

Overriding all of it is what the president has said many times: “To the victors belong the spoils.”

From Salon

Both persuaded themselves and a sizable portion of their admirers that their greed was the rightful spoils of their genius.

From Salon

The Lions took the win and the spoils but that final 30 minutes was barren and weird.

From BBC

In her clip, the bear and the coyote are seemingly enjoying the spoils of a spilled garbage can, surveying the neighborhood while they weigh their next move.

From Los Angeles Times

Fewer players share the spoils of television deals, merchandise sales, sponsorships and game attendance.

From Los Angeles Times

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