Meaning of the word "come up trumps" in English
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come up trumps
US /kʌm ʌp trʌmps/
UK /kʌm ʌp trʌmps/
Idiom
1.
to produce a good and unexpected result, especially when it is needed
Example:
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When we needed extra funds, the charity event really came up trumps.
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Despite the initial difficulties, the team came up trumps and won the championship.
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