PYRRHIC
\pˈɪrhɪk], \pˈɪrhɪk], \p_ˈɪ_r_h_ɪ_k]\
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a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables
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of or relating to or resembling Pyrrhus or his exploits (especially his sustaining staggering losses in order to defeat the Romans); "a Pyrrhic victory"
By Princeton University
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a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables
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of or relating to or resembling Pyrrhus or his exploits (especially his sustaining staggering losses in order to defeat the Romans); "a Pyrrhic victory"
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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