three-peat

American

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

Trademark.

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

verb (used without object)

to win a third consecutive victory.

Etymology

Origin of three-peat

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

Example Sentences

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Three months after clinching back-to-back World Series championships with victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, the Dodgers signaled they are intent on a three-peat after adding Tucker to an already stacked roster.

From Barron's

In Los Angeles, the prevailing question is not “Salary cap?” but “Three-peat?”

From Los Angeles Times

The Los Angeles franchise will be eyeing an historic World Series three-peat.

From Barron's

The Serbian legend has done the three-peat twice during his 10 titles at Melbourne Park and could meet Sinner in the semi-finals this year, if both get that far.

From Barron's

The Serbian legend has done the three-peat twice during his 10 titles at Melbourne Park.

From Barron's

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