win · v
win (ARGUMENT)
B2 to be successful in a war, fight, or argument
Dictionary examples:
Everyone likes winning an argument. (18.3)
They won the war, but with heavy losses. (36.9)
win approval/respect/support, etc.
C2 to get approval/respect/support, etc. because of your skill and hard work
Dictionary examples:
Her plans have won the support of many local people. (29.8)
win (PRIZE)
A2 to get a prize in a game or competition
Dictionary examples:
I won a banana in a spelling bee! (0.0)
He won a day as the school principal. (0.0)
I won a chance to be a superhero. (0.0)
He won $1,000 for his short story. (17.8)
This is the third medal she's won this season. (44.6)
win (COMPETITION)
A2 to get the most points in a competition or game
Dictionary examples:
My grandma wins every video game against me! (0.0)
My cat won the 'Best Dog' competition! (0.0)
The slowest turtle won the race against rabbits! (0.0)
Do you think the Denver Broncos will win? (10.0)
Which team won the Superbowl last year? (12.4)
win (ELECTION)
B1 to get the most votes in an election
Dictionary examples:
The potato party won the election, promising free fries for everyone! (0.0)
The lazy sloth surprisingly won the election for class president. (0.0)
The talking parrot won the election by repeating 'Vote for me!' (0.0)
Who do you think will win the election? (16.6)