Meaning of carry the day | Babel Free

Definitions

To lead to victory or success; to prevail.

Equivalents

Examples

“Had it been poorly received it would have⟳ become⟳ the agency's problem, which would have⟳ made it her problem; now that it was well-received it was the client's instincts, insights and courage that had carried the day.”

“As for the president, Lincoln seemed to have⟳ earnestly believed at the outset of the fight⟳ that his men would carry⟳ the day.”

“As with the technology executive, your confidence about what the copywriters need⟳ to do will carry⟳ the day.”

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