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swift victory
[/swɪft ˈvɪktəri/]
noun phrase
pl: swift victories
vitória rápida
1.
A quick and decisive triumph or success achieved in a short period of time
The general achieved a swift victory by employing innovative tactics.
O general conquistou uma vitória rápida ao empregar táticas inovadoras.
2.
An unexpectedly easy or speedy win in competition or conflict
The team secured a swift victory in the championship match.
O time conquistou uma vitória rápida na partida do campeonato.
Synonyms
quick triumph
rapid success
speedy win
decisive victory
easy win
Antonyms
long struggle
slow defeat
prolonged battle
gradual loss
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
vitória rápida
Most commonly used variant in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
vitória rápida
Standard usage in São Paulo business and sports contexts
Portugal
vitória célere
More formal variant; célere is preferred in Portuguese European standard
Related Idioms & Phrases
quick win
walkover
blowout victory
triumph against the odds
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