winning streak

Idioms

A series of consecutive successes, a run of good luck, as in Our son-in-law has been on a winning streak with his investments. This expression comes from gambling. [Mid-1900s]

Example Sentences

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The energy sector’s 14-week winning streak ended with a 5.3% drop this week, though its long-term trend remains healthy.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

They have a one-game lead for the No. 3 seed over No. 4 Denver, which is on a seven-game winning streak.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

To unravel the innovative winning streak of the Labs, start by looking at what might be called its situational advantages.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Doncic’s historic scoring run has fueled the Lakers’ nine-game winning streak, their best since the 2019-20 season that ended with an NBA championship.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

By the start of February the winning streak had reached sixteen, and there wasn’t an empty seat in the gym.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli

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