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wins over

VERB

influence, persuade

Synonyms

WEAK

allure argue into attract bring around carry charm convert convince disarm draw get induce overcome prevail upon prompt slay sway talk into wow

Antonyms

WEAK

disenchant turn off

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wins over

That puts them on pace for 68 wins over the course of Major League Baseball’s 162-season, or a price of $5.2 million per victory.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

A tough defeat at Ellis Park against world champion South Africa was expected, but wins over Fiji and Argentina have set England up well for November's Nations Championship games.

From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026

Pumas head coach Felipe Contepomi played in the 2007 World Cup when Argentina reached the final four for the first time – a run that included wins over France, Ireland and Scotland.

From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026

The team is coming off back-to-back wins over the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, but that followed a three-game losing streak.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026

"Not if it's wins over losses," Sadie answered.

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg