Word
trifecta
Phoneticstri·fec·ta
/tɹaɪˈfɛktə/
Definition
n. a situation where three good things happen at the same time. It is often used when someone achieves three difficult goals in one go.
n. a situation in which three desired outcomes or successes occur simultaneously. Often used in sports or business contexts to describe a rare triple achievement.
Examples
“Winning the lottery, getting a promotion, and finding a new apartment was a trifecta.”
“The company's quarterly report was a trifecta of success, showing growth in revenue, customer satisfaction, and international expansion.”
“The chef's ability to balance flavor, presentation, and speed in the high-pressure kitchen environment was a rare trifecta that few others could replicate.”
Examples
simple
“Winning the lottery, getting a promotion, and finding a new apartment was a trifecta.”
contextual
“The company's quarterly report was a trifecta of success, showing growth in revenue, customer satisfaction, and international expansion.”
complex
“The chef's ability to balance flavor, presentation, and speed in the high-pressure kitchen environment was a rare trifecta that few others could replicate.”
Real-World Examples
“Active from 1991 to 1994, Heavens to Betsy released one album, Calculated, and rounded out riot grrrl’s OG trifecta alongside Bikini Kill and Bratmobile (who have both reunited in recent years to rapturous crowds).” Etymology
From tri- + (per)fecta.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Scan code
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