Question

what does the allusion in this text suggest?
the swordsman achieved a pyrrhic victory, defeating his opponent while incurring mortal wounds of his own.
the victory came at a great cost.
the victory was quick and efficient.
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Explanation:

A "pyrrhic victory" alludes to King Pyrrhus of Epirus, who won battles but suffered heavy losses. The text states the swordsman defeated his opponent but incurred mortal wounds, aligning with the meaning of a victory with a devastating cost.

Answer:

The victory came at a great cost.