win over

phrasal verb

won over; winning over; wins over

: to persuade (someone) to accept and support something (such as an idea) after opposing it

They eventually won him over with some persuasive arguments.

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The senior guard scored 18 points and added five rebounds and three steals Thursday night, helping Oak Forest to a 52-17 South Suburban Blue win over host Tinley Park. —

Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025 How to Watch Nashville Predators vs Buffalo Sabres: Date: Friday, January 31, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM ET Channel: NHL Network, MSG, FanDuel Sports Network South Stream: FuboTV (try it free) Buffalo is riding high after a 7-2 blowout win over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday. —

Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025 The snapped a six-game losing streak a 2-1 win over Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday. —

Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025 But her two clutch three-point shots in the thrilling final minutes sealed a 77-74 Hurricanes win over the visiting Virginia Cavaliers. —

Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for win over