Synonyms of carry the day

carry the day

phrase

as in win

to achieve victory (as in a contest)

They had a bad start, but the home team managed to carry the day in the end.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• win
• prevail
• triumph
• kick butt
• succeed
• overcome
• conquer
• contend
• sweep
• squeak
• breeze
• squeeze
• vie
• romp

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lose
• fail
• collapse
• fold
• struggle
• wash out
• decline
• slip
• flop
• slump
• flounder
• wane

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of carry the day

Chicago is still the economic capital of the Midwest, but in an era of fierce interstate competition, prestige alone can’t carry the day. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Even if your partner, friends or family members aren’t big sports fans, the surrounding elements can carry the day for them. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

But their defensive intensity and streaky shooting carried the day. — Michael Nowels, Mercury News, 9 July 2026