three-peat

American  

[three-peet, three-peet] / ˈθri pit, θriˈpit /

Trademark.

1. a third consecutive victory, as in a major sports championship.

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verb (used without object)

1. to win a third consecutive victory.

Etymology

Origin of three-peat

An Americanism dating back to 1985–90; three + (re)peat

Example Sentences

We should thank Bill Plaschke for predicting that the aging Dodgers will NOT three-peat this fall.

From Los Angeles Times

The Dodgers want a three-peat, and have spent a lot of money on Edwin Díaz and Kyle Tucker.

From Los Angeles Times

However any reference to a “three-peat” should note that Pat Riley — the latest Crypto statue honoree — first uttered the term and then copyrighted it in 1988 shortly after the Lakers won their second consecutive championship.

From Los Angeles Times

“Three-peat!” screamed one of the pregame musicians.

From Los Angeles Times

While manager Dave Roberts downplayed the three-peat talk before the opening 8-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks, you know it’s here, it’s there, it’s everywhere.

From Los Angeles Times