win over
Definitions
To persuade someone, gain someone's support, or make someone understand the truth or validity of something.
Equivalents
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Examples
“If the truth doesn't win⟳ him over, perhaps charm will.”
“Despite his ill-fated spell⟳ at Anfield, he received a warm reception from the same Liverpool fans he struggled to win⟳ over before being sacked midway through last⟳ season.”
“For trains to play⟳ a major role in reducing carbon and other pollutants through modal shift, the railway will have⟳ to do more to win⟳ over the growing proportion of non-captive passengers who will have⟳ the choice of whether or not to use⟳ rail over other modes.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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