win over

verb

1. Also: win round. (tr, adverb) to gain the support or consent of (someone)

Idioms and Phrases

Persuade, gain one's support, as in It won't be easy to win him over to our point of view. [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

The Canada captain had been immaculate in her team's semi-final win over New Zealand, but sitting in front of the press afterwards she was asked about the week's build-up to the final.

From BBC

Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack is expected to miss a few weeks after sustaining a dislocated elbow in the team’s win over the Raiders on Monday.

From Los Angeles Times

Chargers linebacker Khalil Mack is expected to miss a few weeks after sustaining a dislocated elbow in the team’s win over the Raiders on Monday.

From Los Angeles Times

After that game, a win over the Chicago White Sox in early July, the stoic Kershaw finally acknowledged the chills of spending his entire career with one team, and the impact of his journey.

From Los Angeles Times

The 26-year-old World Player of the Year sat out the quarter-final win over Scotland, but has come through the necessary medical checks to add pace and attacking intent to England's back three.

From BBC