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" refers to a win that causes such heavy losses for the victor that it is tantamount to a defeat. The text states the swordsman defeated his opponent but suffered mortal wounds, aligning with this meaning.

Answer:

The victory came at a great cost.