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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Pete Alonso continued his torrid start Tuesday afternoon, producing two hits and four RBIs for the surging New York Mets in a 10-5 win over the visiting Miami Marlins in the middle game of a three-game series.
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Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
The live blog from Arsenal’s incredible win over Real Madrid in Champions League action.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
In her home varsity debut, the rookie second baseman blasted two home runs, including one that hit the right field scoreboard, to lift Lemont to a 14-2 South Suburban Blue win over Tinley Park.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
The Cubs who, despite a tough schedule to start the season, are 9-5 and have series wins over the Padres and Rangers in the last week.
—Jared Wyllys, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
The live blog from Arsenal’s incredible win over Real Madrid in Champions League action.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
In her home varsity debut, the rookie second baseman blasted two home runs, including one that hit the right field scoreboard, to lift Lemont to a 14-2 South Suburban Blue win over Tinley Park.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
The Cubs who, despite a tough schedule to start the season, are 9-5 and have series wins over the Padres and Rangers in the last week.
—Jared Wyllys, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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“Win over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/win%20over. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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