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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
a particularly pretty and winning child
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
flashed a winning smile that soon had us at her beck and call
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as in win
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as in prevailing
to achieve victory (as in a contest)
the kind of person who always has to win—even if the game is just for fun
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as in earning
to receive as return for effort
win a gold medal in swimming
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as in achieving
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
won a substantial victory in the struggle for civil rights for all
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Recent Examples of winning
Staff Reports, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2023
Joe Montana Super Bowl winning jersey The jersey is arguably one of the winningest jerseys ever worn in football history, as Montana wore it for two Super Bowl victories, one of which he was named Super Bowl MVP.
—Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2023
Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 12 June 2025
Nadal spoils Federer’s bid for a fourth consecutive Grand Slam championship and extends his record clay-court winning streak to 60 matches.
2011 — Texas A&M sweeps the men’s and women’s titles at the NCAA outdoor championships, becoming the first school to post dual three-peat champions.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2025
Phil Rogers, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Mega Millions says that no representative of the lottery would ever call, text or e-mail anyone about winning a prize.
—Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Lindsey leaves as the winningest football coach in program history; his 72.7 percent winning mark is the fourth-highest in the history of Division I FCS (formerly Division I-AA).
—Staff Reports, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2023
Joe Montana Super Bowl winning jersey The jersey is arguably one of the winningest jerseys ever worn in football history, as Montana wore it for two Super Bowl victories, one of which he was named Super Bowl MVP.
—Jordan Mendoza, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2023
Noun
Japan's Nikkei 225 slid 0.61% at 1:20 p.m. Singapore time, but South Korea's Kospi added 0.68%, on track for a seven-day winning streak.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 12 June 2025
Nadal spoils Federer’s bid for a fourth consecutive Grand Slam championship and extends his record clay-court winning streak to 60 matches.
2011 — Texas A&M sweeps the men’s and women’s titles at the NCAA outdoor championships, becoming the first school to post dual three-peat champions.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2025
Verb
None lasted more than three years, and only Nagy produced a winning season.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Mega Millions says that no representative of the lottery would ever call, text or e-mail anyone about winning a prize.
—Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for winning
Adjective
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This adorable Mickey Mouse rashguard and swim trunks set would be the perfect kids' swimsuit for capturing memories (and cooling off) poolside.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
16 June 2025
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As the crowd cheered below, Prince Louis mirrored his grandpa’s wave, delivering an adorable moment that royal watchers have come to expect from the youngest royal sibling.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
14 June 2025
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Yet each performance feels angled at a slightly different degree, one distinct acting turn making all the difference between a charming scoundrel, a depressed artist, a loyal sidekick, an aloof intellectual, or a precocious kid.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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Add a charming upgrade to wraparound porches with a rocking chair that has a roomy seat and requires minimal upkeep. Bay Isle Home Dawn 2-Person Patio Conversation Set, $213 (orig.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
11 June 2025
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Musk, who contributed about $290 million of his personal fortune to help Republicans including Trump win last November, slammed House lawmakers who voted for the president's legislative package.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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But Brad Marchand rescued the Panthers with the Marchand Miracle, a goal in the second overtime for a 5-4 road win and 1-1 series heading back to South Florida for Game 3 Monday night.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2025
Verb
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Markley was an exceptional high school basketball player, earning All-District and All-Area honors.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2025
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Throughout his career, Robinson made an effort to sharpen his skills and increase his market value for employers, like by getting an MBA, earning nine certifications and eventually focusing his expertise in artificial intelligence — just as AI skills have become more in-demand and more lucrative.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In many regions, this time-consuming task prevents them from fully participating in education or income-generating activities, caring for family, and achieving their potential.—
Matt Damon,
TIME,
22 Mar. 2025
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For Lewis and his camera team, achieving that kind of movement through space with precise timing required a staggering amount of planning, tracking vehicles, and handoffs.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And be sure to check out our outstanding Father's Day Gift Guide for more ideas on what to get your dear old dad.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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And which gladly includes two very favored domains, e.g., the close and dear cousins of psychology and physics.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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The result is a highly affecting film unafraid to exact an emotional toll.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2025
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That history is warmly acknowledged here in an affecting moment.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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Pirates starter Mitch Keller hadn’t won since picking up a victory in his season debut March 28 in Miami, losing nine games.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Panthers push Oilers to brink of elimination in Stanley Cup Final with Game 5 win: Takeaways Florida put itself within one win of becoming back-to-back Stanley Cup champions with a 5-2 victory over Edmonton in Game 5 Saturday.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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“Winning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winning. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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