Sentences with phrase «as a victory of»

Hence Nietzsche's denunciation of Christianity as the victory of a poorer over a more masterful type of man.

A similar revulsion was recorded even earlier by the imperial Roman poet Virgil, who depicted an episode of the Roman civil wars as a victory of human law and ordinary human beings over «every kind of monstrous god and barking Anubis too.»

Augustine's victory over the Donatists has often been characterized as a victory of objectivity and catholicity over subjectivity and sectarianism, a victory, to borrow Ernst Troeltsch's categories, of church over sect.

There are triumphs of evil over good as well as the victories of light over darkness.

Whitehead also described the advance of civilization as the victory of persuasion and gentleness over brute force and coercion.

With the shit show that happened prior to the event, I wouldn't feel right claiming this as a victory of any sort.

We would come at least 3rd in the Emirates cup and for that I would see it as a victory of sorts and expect a trophy.

Transfers of power, such as the victory of the opposition All Progressives Congress in Nigeria in 2015, lend credibility to Lindberg's theory.

While some commentators have seen his fall as the victory of one faction — the liberalizers over the New Left — I reckon it is more likely a victory of the current mode of governance over one driven by popular support.

Others will view this as a victory of faith over intellect.

Todd's victory over Goertz, 16 other contestants, and more than «1 million job applicants» was hailed as a victory of the book smarts group over the street smarts group.

Not exact matches

For many non-Americans, the election brought the welcome and reassuring victory of Barack Obama, whereas the resignation of David Petraeus as Director of the CIA was an unnecessary, self - inflicted wound.

Victory for Labour in either of these would be hailed as a major success for Corbyn and an equally big setback for May.

Professionally, it can serve as an invaluable internal compass - a gravity - strength commitment to core values facilitating our choices, intensifying our victories, and guiding us in difficult conversations and in times of deep stress.

As Northam cruised to his nine - point victory over Gillespie, I couldn't help but think that maybe it's time for newspapers to stop telling their dwindling number of subscribers how to vote.

Scott's candidacy is a bright spot for Republicans in a year where Democratic enthusiasm is expected to be overwhelming, as evidenced by the recent wave of recent Democratic victories in special elections in Alabama and Pennsylvania.

Think of Top Gun, the story of a pilot named Maverick, his hardening as a warrior and eventual victory.

Still, the law has its share of critics who aren't quite so thrilled as the across - the - aisle victory may imply.

In November of 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November Eleventh as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: «To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations...»

Often regarded as one of the greatest wartime leaders in modern history, Churchill would overcome immense obstacles to eventually lead the British people to victory over Hitler's Nazi Germany in World War II.

Council agreed but cut Ford's victory dance short by promptly voting to do away with plastic bags altogether as of Jan. 1, 2013.

Because Hopewell is privately owned, it can be more patient than many of its publicly traded competitors in pursuing its objectives; as Kraatz puts it, «we prioritize repeat clients and long - term success over short - term, bottom - line victories.»

Whatever the cause, Williams opened defense of her Olympic singles gold medal with a patchy - at - times 6 - 4, 6 - 2 victory over Australia's Daria Gavrilova on Sunday, gesturing or yelling at herself as she often does when not all goes her way.

How, then, can victory truly be declared over Hamas if ministers and defense officials refer to the next round of conflict with it as a matter of when, not if?

Even as fierce pockets of ISIS resistance remain in the city, the Iraqi prime minister has declared victory.

Yet, just months ago, a Jokowi victory appeared almost a sure thing — holding an almost 40 % lead over Prabowo, a candidate not allowed in the U.S. for past human rights violations and who, as the former son - in - law of Suharto, the Indonesian dictator overthrown 16 years ago, is certainly among the nation's entrenched powers.

It was in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida, where the margin of victory for Trump was at times as thin as can be — so much so that Michigan has yet to be officially called — that he won the presidency.

As coach of the University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team from 1974 to 2012, Summit piled up 1,098 victories, the most in NCAA basketball history — for women or men.

Within seconds she was at the bottom of a pile of blue - jerseys as her screaming and delirious American teammates celebrated their victory.

Resentments of America returned, 50 years after General Eisenhower's (mainly American) armies had liberated western Europe, including most of Germany, 75 years after General Pershing's Expeditionary Forces saved the victory of France and the British Empire on the Western Front, and as soon as American firmness and economic and military power had induced the bloodless collapse of the Soviet empire and Union, and of international communism.

While their contributions as pivotal voters have gone largely unacknowledged, Ohio black voters, in particular, have pulled more than their weight for Democratic victories in one of the most highly contested states in the Electoral College.

The perennial All - Star also dished off an assist as Chesapeake began defense of its MLL championship with a thrilling victory.

I want to congratulate President - elect Donald Trump on his victory, and I wish him all the best as he begins the work of stewarding this country in the months and years ahead.»

Even if they're not going to be involved in the day - to - day operations of your business, they will be involved emotionally as they observe your day - to - day business victories and defeats.

As they enthusiastically did in 2008 and 2012, black voters should turn out in massive numbers this November in states where their votes can determine the margin of victory for the Democratic nominee — Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina and Florida.

WASHINGTON (AP)-- For years, President Donald Trump pushed back against the idea of election meddling, dismissing it as a hoax and an affront to the legitimacy of his victory.

The group hailed the new mental health support as a legislative «victory» - one of the few they have seen in four years of ceaseless advocacy to tighten America's gun laws.

The billionaire investor attended Trump's Tuesday night victory party as the election results rolled in, but left early to load up on more stock as Dow and S&P futures plunged in the middle of the night, according to CNBC.

The eyes of the country turned to Pennsylvania as it was one of the remaining battleground states, and a must - win for Hillary Clinton after Trump's victories in other battleground states.

Democratic candidate Roy Cooper has claimed victory in this race, but as of Friday morning Republican Pat McCrory had not conceded and the result had not been officially recognized; with a 5,000 vote margin out of 4.7 million votes cast, the Associated Press reported it could be late next week before the winner is officially known.

Ivy adds, «We did issue statements following both election victories for President Obama, as we have after State of the Union addresses and other situations we felt warranted our voice on how certain issues that the federal government is pursuing would affect the architecture profession.»

Speaking with The Cincinnati Enquirer in February, Springer, who painted himself as a «populist, liberal progressive,» said the idea of his candidacy gained steam because of Trump's victory.

Donald Trump, a political outsider and real estate mogul, claimed victory over Hillary Clinton as president of the United States.

And Englund said that Trump might be more amenable to compromise because, as he puts it, «Trump doesn't need much of a victory to declare victory.»

The election of Hillary Clinton as President of the United States is a resounding victory for gender parity.

As he celebrated his victory of Toronto's recent mayoral election, a triumphant Rob Ford reiterated the catchphrases that gave him a decisive 47 % of the popular vote.

«Hardy, who trains with American Top Team, has a 3 - 0 record as an amateur, with all three victories coming by way of knockout in under two minutes,» said Doyle.

What appear now to be significant «wins» for Trump may turn into pyrrhic victories, as America loses its competitive edge and hiring declines instead of increasing.

Donald Trump's latest series of tweets, which allege the Obama administration «had my «wires tapped» in Trump Tower just before the victory,» have been widely described as baseless.

Use the satisfaction and fulfillment of small victories as motivation to keep working hard.