win out
Emerge on top
Win out means to prevail or succeed after a struggle or competition.
The phrase emphasizes eventual triumph despite obstacles or opposition: In the end, common sense won out.
It often appears in contexts where the outcome was uncertain: After months of debate, the reformers finally won out.
Prevail against difficulty
- conquerOvercome by force
- defeatVictory over another
- beatRhythmic pulse or strike
- vanquishDefeat thoroughly in conflict
succeed · dominate · outperform · surpass · rise above · outlast · overtake · outdo
Sustained resolve despite obstacles
- determinationFirmness of purpose
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
- resilienceCapacity to recover quickly
- steadfastnessFirm loyal dedication
grit · doggedness · resolve · staying power · persistence · patience · fortitude · willpower
One who competes against
- opponentOne who contends against
- competitorOne striving against others
- contestOrganized competitive event
- raceCompetition of speed
battle · struggle · challenge · underdog · frontrunner · long shot · come from behind · upset
Favorable outcome attained
- resultWhat follows a cause
- conclusionEnd or deduction
- decisionSettled course of action
- resolutionFormal decision or determination
final say · last word · end result · verdict · settlement · culmination · payoff · bottom line
overcome
Prevail against difficulty
vanquish · succeed · dominate · outperform · surpass · rise above · outlast · overtake · outdo · best
perseverance
Sustained resolve despite obstacles
- determinationFirmness of purpose
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
- resilienceCapacity to recover quickly
steadfastness · grit · doggedness · resolve · staying power · persistence · patience · fortitude · willpower · commitment
rival
One who competes against
- opponentOne who contends against
- competitorOne striving against others
- contestOrganized competitive event
race · battle · struggle · challenge · underdog · frontrunner · long shot · come from behind · upset · showdown
success
Favorable outcome attained
- resultWhat follows a cause
- conclusionEnd or deduction
- decisionSettled course of action
resolution · final say · last word · end result · verdict · settlement · culmination · payoff · bottom line · upshot