win an election

This page is about the collocation win an election

collocation pattern: verb + noun

Meaning

to be awarded victory by those running an election

For example

  • Do you think we can win the election?

  • Elections aren't always won by those who get the most votes.

Note:
Similar collocations include "win a ballot" and "win a vote"

Quick Quiz

If you win a national election, you

a. have the right to vote

b. have the right to govern

c. decide who wins the election
a) have the right to vote b) have the right to govern c) decide who wins the election

Contributor: Matt Errey