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as in prevails
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
the kind of person who always has to win—even if the game is just for fun
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as in earns
to receive as return for effort
win a gold medal in swimming
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as in achieves
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
won a substantial victory in the struggle for civil rights for all
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as in victories
an instance of defeating an enemy or opponent
a team with 12 wins and two losses
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Recent Examples of wins
Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
But if Green Bay wins its final two games, against the Vikings and then the Chicago Bears, the Packers could finish the regular season in second place in the NFC North.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Now, a visiting team that wins at Old Trafford is no surprise in 2024.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Jones has set up another studio, websites and social media accounts in case The Onion wins approval to buy Infowars and kicks him out.
—CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
Jones has set up another studio, websites and social media accounts in case the Onion wins approval to buy Infowars and kicks him out.
—Dave Collins, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
France This wins for sheer scale and takes the title of world’s largest interconnected ski resort system.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The devil wins when there is disharmony.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 29 Nov. 2024
By the end of the festival, the movie wins the Palme and Madison is a front-runner for Best Actress.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 29 Nov. 2024
Verb
Gi-hun wins, but doesn't feel like a winner By the last game, only Gi-hun, Sang-woo and their ally Sae-byeok (Hoyeon), a North Korean defector with a little brother to care for, are left alive.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
But if Green Bay wins its final two games, against the Vikings and then the Chicago Bears, the Packers could finish the regular season in second place in the NFC North.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Now, a visiting team that wins at Old Trafford is no surprise in 2024.
—Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Jones has set up another studio, websites and social media accounts in case The Onion wins approval to buy Infowars and kicks him out.
—CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
Jones has set up another studio, websites and social media accounts in case the Onion wins approval to buy Infowars and kicks him out.
—Dave Collins, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
France This wins for sheer scale and takes the title of world’s largest interconnected ski resort system.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The devil wins when there is disharmony.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 29 Nov. 2024
By the end of the festival, the movie wins the Palme and Madison is a front-runner for Best Actress.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 29 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wins
Verb
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Sauer’s tone of reassurance prevails, grounded in the thesis that our divisions rest on a more or less shared moral system.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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With boxers, common sense seldom prevails.—
Bill Dwyre,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Dylan earns the only two new entries on the Rock Digital Song Sales chart this week, though there are quite a few comebacks.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Chile earns worldwide recognition for its lengthy coastline, but the mountainous interior of the country offers its fair share of incredible ecotourism opportunities as well, with Conguillío National Park serving as a prime example.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This Scoop oversized option, on sale for $27, achieves the high-end aesthetic without a hefty price tag.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
7 Jan. 2025
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This self-emissive design achieves a near-infinite dynamic contrast ratio, delivering deep blacks, dazzling brightness, and remarkable clarity.—
Chris Welch,
The Verge,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Even with one of those victories coming at a catchweight of 140 pounds, Dvalishvili holds the record for longest winning streak in the division at 10, beating Sterling’s mark of nine wins in a row.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Why haven’t these changes in the state’s partisan makeup translated into more, and bigger, GOP victories (or Democratic defeats) in major statewide contests?—
Craig Gilbert,
Journal Sentinel,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Owen makes a terrific older Spade, all craggy features and rasping voice.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
24 Dec. 2024
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By exchanging intelligence about dangers and innovative security advances, communication makes preparedness possible.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Later, when fat tissues are all broken down, the body obtains protein for energy by breaking down muscles and internal organs, namely the liver and intestines, followed by the heart and kidneys.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
18 Dec. 2024
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They could also be earned if a prisoner obtains a high school diploma or equivalent certificate.—
Arpan Lobo,
Detroit Free Press,
14 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The film tells the story of a former Hollywood star (Moore) whose career decline lands her in Jane Fonda-style fitness-show territory.—
Anna Tingley,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2025
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Expect a trade, possibly a deal that lands a long-term solution.—
Allan Mitchell,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Wins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wins. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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