Decisive victory, and a hint to this puzzle’s theme Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. a slide of a large mass of dirt and rock down a mountain or cliff
2. an overwhelming electoral victory

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DECISIVE (adjective)
1. forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis
2. characterized by decision and firmness
VICTORY (noun)
1. a successful ending of a struggle or contest

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