1
a
: of or relating to winning : that wins
the winning ticket
b
: successful especially in competition
a winning team
2
: tending to please or delight
a winning personality
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Examples of winning in a Sentence
Adjective
She scored the winning goal.
They were a winning marketing team.
Chocolate and mint is a winning combination.
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Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
First look The Sun Devils roll into the Playoff on a six-game winning streak, winning the Big 12 title in their first season in the conference.
—Ralph D. Russo, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The most winning aspect of Wilder's play is its warmth.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Jayden Daniels has seemingly cemented his status as Rookie of the Year after a shocking comeback victory against the Philadelphia Eagles, ending their 10-game winning streak.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
First look The Sun Devils roll into the Playoff on a six-game winning streak, winning the Big 12 title in their first season in the conference.
—Ralph D. Russo, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The Week 14 Thursday Night Football feature produced more winning bets on the Packers (+3.5) and over the game total in the Lions 34-31 win.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The most winning aspect of Wilder's play is its warmth.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024
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“Winning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winning. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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