spoils

[US]/spɔɪlz/
[UK]/spɔɪlz/

Translation

n.war trophies, loot
v.third person singular of spoil: to become bad or damaged; to damage, ruin, or destroy

Phrases & Collocations

spoil the fun

spoil the surprise

spoil the ending

spoiled child

spoiled rotten

spoil someone's plans

take spoils

spoils of war

spoiling for a fight

spoiled food

Example Sentences

the pirate buried the spoils of his raid on the island.

she felt no joy in the spoils of victory after such a hard fight.

they divided the spoils of the treasure hunt among themselves.

the spoils of war often include valuable resources and territory.

he wanted to avoid the spoils system and maintain meritocracy.

the company’s spoils included a significant increase in market share.

the spoils of their hard work were a promotion and a bonus.

the team celebrated the spoils of their successful season.

the spoils of the investigation led to several arrests.

she hoped to enjoy the spoils of her new career.

the spoils of the election were a chance to implement new policies.

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