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What Does "Win the Day" Mean?

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"Win the day" is an English idiom. It means "to achieve success or victory in a particular endeavor or situation."

Examples in Sentences

Here are three examples of the idiom "win the day" used in a sentence:
  • With their teamwork and determination, the team managed to win the day in the championship match.
  • She hoped her presentation would win the day and secure the funding for the project.
  • Despite the challenges, they were determined to win the day and complete the construction on time.
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What Is an Idiom?

An idiom is a commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its words. In other words, if you were to translate "Win the Day" word for word, there is no guarantee the translation would help you to understand the meaning.

An idiom often includes a cultural or historical context that makes it difficult for non-native English speakers to understand. A phrase is classified as an idiom when a direct translation of the words does not reveal the meaning. Most idioms rely on shared knowledge or experiences known only to a specific community.

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