to win

Verb · English

Meaning 1

to be successful or victorious in a contest or conflict

(to achieve victory in a competition or conflict)

Example

They did win the battle after a long and difficult struggle.

Meaning 2

to gain something, especially by effort, skill, or luck

(to obtain something through effort or merit)

Example

She worked hard to win the respect of her colleagues.

Synonyms

triumph, succeed, prevail, conquer, gain, secure

Grammar

present simple
i
win
you
win
he she it
wins
we
win
they
win
past simple
won
past participle
won
present participle
winning
auxiliary verb
have

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