Underdog victory Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, January 26, 2018 · 30-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, January 26, 2018.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 26, 2018 · 30-Down · 5 letters
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an improbable and unexpected victory; "the biggest upset since David beat Goliath"
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