In English, even simple verbs have many meanings. Sometimes you need to add a preposition to create a new one. And sometimes you don't have to add it — just remember all the usage options. So that you do not forget the meaning of the verb win, here are 9 of it's meanings. It's a win-win! 1. (intransitive) to achieve first place in a competition 2. (transitive) to gain or receive (a prize, first place, etc) in a competition 3. (transitive) to succeed in or gain (something) with an effort we won recognition 4. See win one's spurs 5. to gain victory or triumph in (a battle, argument, etc) 6. (transitive) to earn or procure (a living, etc) by work 7. (transitive) to take possession of, esp violently; capture the Germans never won Leningrad. 8. (when intr, foll by out, through, etc) to reach with difficulty (a desired condition or position) or become free, loose, etc, with effort the boat won the shore the boat won through to the shore. 9. (transitive) to turn someone into (a supporter, enemy, etc) you have just won an ally. I hope it gave you fresh ideas as to how you can use 'Win' in your conversations. Have a ball at it :)