win over
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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The consumer-products giants is working “harder than we’ve had to in a long time” to win over shoppers, its CFO says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Rather than signalling a fundamental shift in Indian politics, he says it may simply reflect politicians doing what they have always done: trying to speak the language of the voters they hope to win over.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
There were concerns about the chain’s ability to win over younger consumers, after serving an older generation for decades.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Amid a season marred by struggles, Kyle Tucker flashes some of his $240-million promise by hitting another home run in the Dodgers’ 4-3 win over the Mets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
The previous week, in a 35-14 win over Amarillo High, he had had the best performance of his life, gaining 141 yards in ten carries and scoring three touchdowns.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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