winners

word · lemma: winner

/ˈwɪnɝz/
WIN-urz
/wˈɪnəz/
WIN-uhz

Definition

People or things that win a game, competition, election, or prize. It can also describe people who are successful or likely to succeed in a more general sense.

Usage & Nuances

Usually the plural of 'winner'. Common patterns include 'the winners of the competition', 'announce the winners', and 'a team of winners'. It can be literal or figurative; in informal speech, calling something 'a winner' means it is a great success.

Example Sentences

The two winners smiled for the photo.

basic

The winners got gold medals.

basic

We will announce the winners tomorrow.

basic

The winners were clearly the better team tonight.

natural

Not all winners celebrate loudly; some just nod and move on.

natural

In this market, small businesses can still be winners if they adapt fast.

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