The term 'BE THE VICTOR' can be broken down into two crossword solutions: WIN (3 letters) and PREVAIL (7 letters). To 'WIN' means to be successful in a competition or struggle, while to 'PREVAIL' means to be successful in a prolonged struggle or conflict. Both words imply that the subject has achieved success in a difficult situation. Therefore, the phrase 'BE THE VICTOR' implies that the subject has achieved success in a difficult situation and is now the victor.