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a child who is seen as a status symbol for their parents, often achieving high levels of success or recognition
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The parents were often criticized for treating their child as a trophy child, pushing them to excel in every aspect of their life.
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She's always been the trophy child in the family, getting all the attention and praise.
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Everyone knows she's the trophy child, always getting what she wants because she's the favorite.
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In the competitive world of academia, being a trophy child can sometimes be a burden as expectations are always high.