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YUSUFALI : But they sought victory and decision (there and then), and frustration was the lot of every powerful obstinate transgressor.

PICKTHAL : And they sought help (from their Lord) and every froward potentate was bought to naught;

SHAKIR : And they asked for judgment and every insolent opposer was disappointed:

M& HILALI : But they (the Messengers) sought victory and help [from their Lord (Allah)], and every obstinate, arrogant dictator (who refuses to believe in the Oneness of Allah) was brought to a complete loss and destruction.