three-peat

[three-peet, three-peet]

Trademark.

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

verb (used without object)

1. to win a third consecutive victory.

Word History and Origins

Origin of three-peat¹

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

Example Sentences

Despite being denied a three-peat in the Southern Section Division 1 playoffs, the Mater Dei High girls volleyball team still ended the season a champion — and ranked No. 1 in California.

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The Dodgers would still like for him to be part of the mix in their bid for a World Series three-peat in 2026.

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It was the Trailblazers’ fourth section title and halted Mater Dei’s bid for a three-peat under head coach Dan O’Dell.

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But as they go for a World Series three-peat in 2026, one of their primary challenges will be managing the returning talent — and ensuring the burdensome toll from their previous two title treks doesn’t become a roadblock in their pursuit of another ring.

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And after watching Michael Conforto struggle in left field last year, finding a more established upgrade would certainly help the Dodgers’ three-peat quest.

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