Rub in a win Crossword Clue

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(verb)
1. dwell on with satisfaction
2. gaze at or think about something with great self-satisfaction, gratification, or joy
(noun)
1. malicious satisfaction

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

RUB (noun)
1. an unforeseen obstacle
2. the act of rubbing or wiping
RUB (verb)
1. cause friction
2. scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
WIN (verb)
1. attain success or reach a desired goal
2. win something through one’s efforts
WIN (noun)
1. something won (especially money)
2. a victory (as in a race or other competition)

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