victory lap
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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CEO Sanjay Mehrotra began the earnings call with a victory lap.
From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026
He took a victory lap around the arena as red, white and blue-clad fans chanted “U-S-A!”
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
Oraka said filming a video where he grew up had felt "a bit like a victory lap".
From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025
Mr. Whipple, in his media victory lap, told CNN’s Anderson Cooper that normally when he’s spoken to former chiefs of staff they’ve toggled between background, off the record and on.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025
“But here’s the thing,” Jimmy said after Colin had taken a victory lap behind the counter and through the back room.
From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead
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