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

If the weather spoils your plans this year, there is not too long to wait until the Geminids peak in our skies on the night of 12 December.

From BBC

Andrew Robertson gave Liverpool the lead against the Clarets before Jay Rodriguez equalised to give the visitors a share of the spoils.

From BBC

Some viewers might feel the final movement spoils the film, but others will applaud the bizarre twist - as many critics have.

From BBC

Thieving, the man gushed, is freeing, and, by its very nature, comes with a reward — or spoils.

From Los Angeles Times

The men were then led away and shot, while the women were abducted as the "spoils of war".

From BBC

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