win over
idiomTo persuade someone, gain someone's support, or make someone understand the truth or validity of something.
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not win for losing
To repeatedly fail in one's gambles or efforts.
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play to win
To make a special, determined effort to achieve general success or a particular goal, in life, in one's career, in negotiation, etc.
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win back
To win (something) that one has previously lost.
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win by a nose
To win by a small margin; to have a narrow victory.
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win one for the Gipper
To do something in memory of another person.
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win the battle, but lose the war
To achieve a portion of a goal, but fail to achieve the entire goal.
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win the lottery
To experience an extraordinary or highly fortunate event.