WINNING (AGAINST) Synonyms: 90 Similar and Opposite Words

winning (against)

verb

Definition of winning (against)

present participle of win (against)

as in defeating

to achieve a victory over a child prodigy who has already won against a number of more experienced chess players

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The girls posted a 6-2 record at the state tournament in a field of 50 of Southern California’s top 12U teams with several extra-inning and walk-off wins, defeating multiple district champions, including San Juan Capistrano and Oxnard.

— News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2026
Another democratic socialist, 29-year-old Melat Kiros, won a congressional primary in Colorado on June 30, defeating a longtime Democratic incumbent.

— Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 5 July 2026

Definition of defeating

Verb

Norway reached the quarterfinal with a 2-1 win over Brazil on Sunday and England advanced with a thrilling 3-2 victory over host Mexico after overcoming a weather delay, red card, altitude and a raucous crowd at 80,000-seat Estadio Azteca.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026
Lionel Messi and Argentina avoided one of the biggest ever World Cup knockout shocks by overcoming Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time of a jaw-dropping game.

— James Horncastle, New York Times, 4 July 2026

Definition of overcoming

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In an era where AI automates many startup tasks, mastering Strategic Fit—discovering the optimal market alignment faster than competitors—is becoming the paramount competitive advantage for founders aiming to build billion-dollar enterprises.

— Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Netanyahu, 76, has spent decades mastering political theater, sharp messaging and grand performances.

— Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 29 June 2026

Definition of mastering

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The Heat is also taking a patient approach in filling out its roster for next season because a few accomplished players could soon become available on the buyout market.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
Future solar missions are now going to have to start taking dust into account, said Ayaz, with dedicated detectors designed to measure dust's properties close to the Sun.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of taking

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Switzerland topped Group B ahead of co-host Canada after beating Les Rouges 2-1 in its final group game, which came after an emphatic 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina and a 1-1 draw against Qatar in its opener.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
The host won the opening match by an innings and 217 runs and needs only a draw to claim its first series win in the World Test Championship since beating Bangladesh in the Caribbean in 2022.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026

Definition of beating

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Farmer, who had a right forearm strain, went 2-for-20 with a home run at Columbus while getting reps at catcher.

— Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Reaching such a stage would be the third World Cup final in succession for France, after getting their hands on the trophy in 2018 and losing to Argentina last time around.

— Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 4 July 2026

Definition of getting

Verb

The service This hotel rolls out the red carpet for all their guests offering complimentary fitness classes, personal shopping, and a gem car for getting around the Harwood District in style.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026
Each bungalow is outfitted with two cruiser bikes that are perfect for getting around on property.

— Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Definition of getting around

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After not allowing any home runs in back-to-back starts against the Colorado Rockies, even conquering Coors Field’s hitter-friendly park, Imanaga surrendered three in Wednesday’s Game 2 win over the New York Mets.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
Olivia Rodrigo Finally Hits the Downloads Chart’s Summit Rodrigo has come very close to conquering the Official Album Downloads chart in the past, but her first two studio LPs missed the throne by just one space.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Definition of conquering

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