win round

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

To persuade or convince (someone who does not initially agree).

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

My parents didn't want me to see him any more, but I finally won them round.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “win round” mean?

To persuade or convince (someone who does not initially agree).

Is “win round” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.