win the lottery

genetic lottery

The concept that any advantageous or disadvantageous genetic traits and abilities that a person inherits from their parents are largely determined by chance.

ghetto lottery

A financial windfall obtainable by a socioeconomically disadvantaged person.

not win for losing

To repeatedly fail in one's gambles or efforts.

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.

win back

To win (something) that one has previously lost.

win by a nose

To win by a small margin; to have a narrow victory.

win one for the Gipper

To do something in memory of another person.

win over

To persuade someone, gain someone's support, or make someone understand the truth or validity of something.