Gana in english
pronunciation: wɪn part of speech: verb
ganar1 = conquer ; win ; win out ; prevail ; pip ; be on the winning end.
Example: The tools and technologies provided by the Internet enable scholars to communicate or disseminate information in ways which conquer the barriers of time and space.Example: Those who perform in this manner can be characterized as those who would 'rather fight than win'.Example: It remains to be seen which approach will win out, in the current tug-of-war.Example: The emphasis on title entry came from the specialized libraries, primarily the technical libraries, that were small but had the money and the power behind them to see that their view prevails.Example: Poland became the biggest net beneficiary from the European Union's budget in 2009, pipping Greece and Spain to the top spot.Example: Boxing fans love nothing more than a knockout, and the same goes for boxers themselves, so long as they are on the winning end.more:
» ganar a Alguien sin apenas hacer ningún esfuerzo = beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down .
Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time.» ganar aceptación = gain + favour .
Example: One commercial application that is gaining favour in pig farming is the electronic sow feeder.» ganar adeptos = gain + currency ; gain + followers .
Example: It seems that around this late period of the seventeenth century this usage was beginning to gain currency. Example: To gain followers you have to communicate a vision, a mission, a shared purpose, a dream, a goal.» ganar a lo grande = win + big .
Example: France wins big in European Swimming Championships.» ganar cada vez más importancia = go from + strength to strength ; grow from + strength to strength .
Example: This was achieved with great success, and the scheme goes from strength to strength. Example: Since then the group has grown from strength to strength developing a number of projects of mutual benefit.» ganar cómodamente = beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down ; romp + home ; romp to + victory ; cruise to + victory ; cruise + home .
Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time. Example: With an impressive 32,614 votes, she romped home with a majority of over 25,000 votes compared to her nearest competitor. Example: Our team proved to be way above their opponents and romped to victory without breaking a sweat. Example: And there was good news for the Party in Manchester, where their mayoral candidate cruised to victory with 63% of the vote. Example: He made no mistake in the second race of the day as he cruised home to a comfortable 12 second win over his nearest competitor.» ganar con dificultar = eke out .
Example: Let's not squabble about the fact that Bush actually eked out a razor-thin victory in the popular vote.» ganar confianza = grow in + confidence .
Example: Palace grew in confidence after Puncheon turned to score with a low shot, victory taking them out of the relegation zone.» ganar confianza en Uno mismo = gain + confidence (with/in) .
Example: This assignment was designed to help students gain confidence in using print and computerized sources.» ganar con los ojos cerrados = win + hands down .
Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time.» ganar credibilidad = gain + credit ; gain (in) + credibility .
Example: The work is very much akin to journalism in the way that time presses, the content must be dealt with in a craftsmanlike way but the author will gain credit more for 'reporting' skills than for philosophical analyses. Example: As an entrepreneur, manager, or businessperson who is hoping to gain credibility, the worst thing you can do is to think you know everything.» ganar cuando todo parece estar perdido = victory from the jaws of defeat .
Example: The article is entitled 'Victory from the jaws of defeat: a tribute to the Newark Public Library'.» ganar de calle = beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down ; win by + a landslide [Generalmente usado en el contexto de las elecciones o votaciones] ; ease + past ; coast + home ; coast to + victory ; walk off with ; romp + home ; romp to + victory ; cruise to + victory ; cruise + home .
Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time. Example: The polls mean nothing at this point -- if he wins by a landslide fantastic but we are in June not October, long way between there and now. Example: In the friendlies we eased past Colombia, and were unlucky to concede a last-minute equaliser against Germany. Example: To no one's surprise, Vladimir Putin coasted home in Sunday's presidential election with 71.2 percent support. Example: Arnold Schwarzenegger coasted to an easy victory over Democrat Phil Angelides on Tuesday. Example: A Nuclear Engineering student recently walked off with the first place at an international congress in Cape Town. Example: With an impressive 32,614 votes, she romped home with a majority of over 25,000 votes compared to her nearest competitor. Example: Our team proved to be way above their opponents and romped to victory without breaking a sweat. Example: And there was good news for the Party in Manchester, where their mayoral candidate cruised to victory with 63% of the vote. Example: He made no mistake in the second race of the day as he cruised home to a comfortable 12 second win over his nearest competitor.» ganar de forma abrumadora = beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down ; romp + home ; romp to + victory ; cruise to + victory ; cruise + home .
Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time. Example: With an impressive 32,614 votes, she romped home with a majority of over 25,000 votes compared to her nearest competitor. Example: Our team proved to be way above their opponents and romped to victory without breaking a sweat. Example: And there was good news for the Party in Manchester, where their mayoral candidate cruised to victory with 63% of the vote. Example: He made no mistake in the second race of the day as he cruised home to a comfortable 12 second win over his nearest competitor.» ganar de forma aplastante = beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down ; win by + a landslide [Generalmente usado en el contexto de las elecciones o votaciones] ; storm to + victory ; romp + home ; romp to + victory ; cruise to + victory ; cruise + home .
Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time. Example: The polls mean nothing at this point -- if he wins by a landslide fantastic but we are in June not October, long way between there and now. Example: Labour's David Lammy stormed to victory in the Tottenham Parliamentary election with a thumping majority. Example: With an impressive 32,614 votes, she romped home with a majority of over 25,000 votes compared to her nearest competitor. Example: Our team proved to be way above their opponents and romped to victory without breaking a sweat. Example: And there was good news for the Party in Manchester, where their mayoral candidate cruised to victory with 63% of the vote. Example: He made no mistake in the second race of the day as he cruised home to a comfortable 12 second win over his nearest competitor.» ganar de forma arrolladora = win by + a landslide [Generalmente usado en el contexto de las elecciones o votaciones] ; storm to + victory .
Example: The polls mean nothing at this point -- if he wins by a landslide fantastic but we are in June not October, long way between there and now. Example: Labour's David Lammy stormed to victory in the Tottenham Parliamentary election with a thumping majority.» ganar de sobra = beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down ; win by + a landslide [Generalmente usado en el contexto de las elecciones o votaciones] ; ease + past ; coast + home ; coast to + victory ; walk off with ; romp + home ; romp to + victory ; cruise to + victory ; cruise + home .
Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time. Example: The polls mean nothing at this point -- if he wins by a landslide fantastic but we are in June not October, long way between there and now. Example: In the friendlies we eased past Colombia, and were unlucky to concede a last-minute equaliser against Germany. Example: To no one's surprise, Vladimir Putin coasted home in Sunday's presidential election with 71.2 percent support. Example: Arnold Schwarzenegger coasted to an easy victory over Democrat Phil Angelides on Tuesday. Example: A Nuclear Engineering student recently walked off with the first place at an international congress in Cape Town. Example: With an impressive 32,614 votes, she romped home with a majority of over 25,000 votes compared to her nearest competitor. Example: Our team proved to be way above their opponents and romped to victory without breaking a sweat. Example: And there was good news for the Party in Manchester, where their mayoral candidate cruised to victory with 63% of the vote. Example: He made no mistake in the second race of the day as he cruised home to a comfortable 12 second win over his nearest competitor.» ganar el pulso = the nod + go to .
Example: In a tie, the data suggests the nod would go to search engines = En igualdad de condiciones, los datos nos dan a entender que serían los buscadores los que ganarían el pulso, en última instancia.» ganar el segundo puesto = win + second place .
Example: She won second place in shotput at the state championship.» ganar enemigos = make + enemies .
Example: However, her strong-mindedness, dictatorial tactics, and attempts to dominate her teachers and staff have made her many enemies.» ganar enteros = gain + credit ; gain in + importance ; gain + importance ; go from + strength to strength ; gain (in) + credibility .
Example: The work is very much akin to journalism in the way that time presses, the content must be dealt with in a craftsmanlike way but the author will gain credit more for 'reporting' skills than for philosophical analyses. Example: Since most of these Muslims are here to stay, the question of their integration is gaining in importance. Example: The effective use of library resources is critical to the success of international students, a group which is gaining importance in US higher education. Example: This was achieved with great success, and the scheme goes from strength to strength. Example: As an entrepreneur, manager, or businessperson who is hoping to gain credibility, the worst thing you can do is to think you know everything.» ganar fácilmente = coast + home ; coast to + victory ; beat + Nombre + hands down ; win + hands down ; walk off with ; win + cheaply ; ease + past ; romp + home ; romp to + victory ; cruise to + victory ; cruise + home .
Example: To no one's surprise, Vladimir Putin coasted home in Sunday's presidential election with 71.2 percent support. Example: Arnold Schwarzenegger coasted to an easy victory over Democrat Phil Angelides on Tuesday. Example: There is no contest in the head-to-head battle for information services supremacy and Google, with its information 'now' and 'fast', beats others hands down. Example: Candy, soda, pizza and other snacks compete with nutritious meals everyday with the junk food variety winning hands down every time. Example: A Nuclear Engineering student recently walked off with the first place at an international congress in Cape Town. Example: These two players have had many ding-dong battles in the past, and both knew that this match would not be won cheaply. Example: In the friendlies we eased past Colombia, and were unlucky to concede a last-minute equaliser against Germany. Example: With an impressive 32,614 votes, she romped home with a majority of over 25,000 votes compared to her nearest competitor. Example: Our team proved to be way above their opponents and romped to victory without breaking a sweat. Example: And there was good news for the Party in Manchester, where their mayoral candidate cruised to victory with 63% of the vote. Example: He made no mistake in the second race of the day as he cruised home to a comfortable 12 second win over his nearest competitor.» ganar fama = win + fame .
Example: A portraitist and draftsman, Leutze won fame as a history painter.» ganar fluidez = gain + facility .
Example: This approach to teaching ensures that you will receive individual attention and gain facility in the use of the state-of-the-art equipment.» ganar fuerza = gather + strength ; gather + steam ; gain + steam .
Example: This north/south cooperation is a five-year-old initiative that is now gathering strength = Esta cooperación norte-sur es una iniciativa que cumple cinco años y que ahora está ganando fuerza. Example: The groundswell of movement towards integrating previously unrelated technologies and markets is now gathering a reasonable head of steam. Example: The team took a while to get into the flow of things but have been gaining steam and are now flying high, after winning six of their last seven outings.» ganar ímpetu = gather + momentum ; gain + impetus ; gather + strength ; gather + steam ; gather + pace ; gather + speed ; build + momentum ; pick up + steam ; pick up + momentum ; gain + steam ; gain + pace .
Example: The incentive to make library services more relevant to the community became increasingly urgent from the mid-seventies as the attacks on local government finance gathered momentum. Example: The trend towards globalisation in publishing has gained impetus from the European Community's plans to create a single market by the end of 1992. Example: This north/south cooperation is a five-year-old initiative that is now gathering strength = Esta cooperación norte-sur es una iniciativa que cumple cinco años y que ahora está ganando fuerza. Example: The groundswell of movement towards integrating previously unrelated technologies and markets is now gathering a reasonable head of steam. Example: The author looks at the likely future shifts in economic structures in advanced economies, as the information age replaces the industrial era, and regionalism gathers pace. Example: A new campaign urging the public to vote only for candidates who will oppose abortion in the forthcoming election is gathering speed as the date of the vote draws near. Example: Setting achievable goals, and experiencing incremental success will help you build momentum and confidence. Example: Bell-bottoms are finally picking up steam as one of the 'cool' denim styles to have in your wardrobe. Example: Myanmar's nationwide election campaign is picking up momentum as political parties began campaigning. Example: The team took a while to get into the flow of things but have been gaining steam and are now flying high, after winning six of their last seven outings. Example: As you are aware, the need for more responsible business practice in the fashion industry has gained pace in recent years.» ganar importancia = grow in + importance ; grow in + strength ; gain + prominence ; grow in + significance ; gain + significance ; gain in + importance ; gain + importance ; gain + weight ; grow in + stature .
Example: The serialization of new fiction in half-crown monthly magazines such as Blackwood's started in a small way in the 1820s, and grew in importance during the following decade. Example: The author suggests that unions were slowly, though not uniformly, growing in strength. Example: Issues such as the electronic library or the virtual library, and document delivery services are likely to gain prominence. Example: As global networks grow in significance it is getting more important to share knowledge and standards. Example: It was not until the 16th century that falconry and stag hunting gained the significance that it retained until 1789. Example: Since most of these Muslims are here to stay, the question of their integration is gaining in importance. Example: The effective use of library resources is critical to the success of international students, a group which is gaining importance in US higher education. Example: Though it is too early to confirm, they say their theory is gaining weight. Example: Uruguayan wines are growing in stature and becoming increasingly more recognized by wine lovers worldwide.» ganar la delantera = gain + the upper hand ; have + the upper hand ; win + the high ground .
Example: And at the moment, many experts believe China may have gained the upper hand. Example: They may have the upper hand but will one slip-up lead to a reversal of fortune?. Example: If I am to win the high ground in this battle then I absolutely must look the part.» ganar la lotería = win + the lottery .
Example: The article is entitled 'Georgia's libraries and media centers win the lottery!.» ganar la palma = win + the day ; come out on + top ; carry + the day ; come out + tops ; take + the crown .
Example: All argument in favour of the change was rejected by the library users and local esteem for the library won the day. Example: The real story here is that no matter which format ultimately comes out on top, the battle will be long and protracted, with both formats existing side by side for some time. Example: Elections have come and gone, and as it has been in the past, tribalism carried the day. Example: The University of Toronto has come out tops in Canada for graduate employability for the third straight year. Example: If there is one place that takes the crown for being the best holiday destination in the world, then it is definitely going to be Europe for sure.» ganar la partida = gain + the upper hand .
Example: And at the moment, many experts believe China may have gained the upper hand.» ganar la partida a = outmanoeuvre [outmaneuver, -USA] [También escrito out-maneouvre/outmaneuver. Pincha en para ver otras palabras que contienen la secuencia "-oe-" en inglés británico y que se reduce a "-e-" en inglés americano. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra. Pincha en o para ver otras palabras que presentan esta variación en su terminación final según sean del inglés británico o del inglés americano] ; out-think ; outfox ; outwit ; outsmart [Literalmente significa "ser más listo que". También escrito out-smart. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra] ; beat + Nombre + to the post ; out-strategise [out-strategize, -USA] ; outclass ; get + the best of ; outdo ; trump ; outshine ; overmatch ; get + one up on ; get + the better of ; outmatch ; out-skill .
Example: This will turn out to be just another way for vendors to outmaneuver one another, with the more aggressive periodicals managers thriving at the expense of the others. Example: Today's online information industry is playing a game of catch-up, and must out-think current market leaders in order to find profitable new markets. Example: It also led to a continuing guerilla war between the authorities and caricaturists who sought to evade, outfox, or entirely defy them. Example: Two dangerous trysts are spied upon by a third and hostile party, whose presence is detected by the lovers who act in consort to outwit him. Example: Smart and speedy start-ups blindside mature companies with their inventiveness then grow up into mature companies and are outsmarted in their turn. Example: Walker beat him to the post but there was no acrimony from Copland. Example: Radical Islamist extremists have out-spent, out-manoeuvred and out-strategised democracies around the world. Example: He also laughingly joked about Kelly not being able to outclass him this time. Example: Sometimes, the emotions we feel can get the best of us, causing us to say or do things we later regret. Example: This novel is narrated by William, an underachiever who is constantly outdone by his charming and lovable identical twin brother. Example: If prejudice is allowed to trump the rights that all citizens should enjoy, then everyone's freedoms are ultimately endangered. Example: She was sensational throughout the competition and outshone her opponents with singing skills that seemed to stretch beyond the talent of a 17 year old. Example: Adams is a lovely and subtle performer, but she is overmatched by her co-star and handicapped by the material = Adams es una artista encantadora y sutil, pero el papel le viene demasiado grande y se ve superada por su compañero de reparto. Example: If you ever do manage to get one up on a narcissist, it is likely to be a hollow victory at best. Example: With the recent on-field spat between teammates, it is evident that sometimes the intensity of the tournament gets the better of the players. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day.» ganar la supremacía = win + the high ground ; gain + the upper hand ; have + the upper hand .
Example: If I am to win the high ground in this battle then I absolutely must look the part. Example: And at the moment, many experts believe China may have gained the upper hand. Example: They may have the upper hand but will one slip-up lead to a reversal of fortune?.» ganarle la mano a Alguien = steal + a march on .
Example: The book 'To steal a march on God' explores how heroic acts have complex moral, ethical, and philosophical implications that can still affect people a generation later.» ganar la partida a = outmanoeuvre [outmaneuver, -USA] [También escrito out-maneouvre/outmaneuver. Pincha en para ver otras palabras que contienen la secuencia "-oe-" en inglés británico y que se reduce a "-e-" en inglés americano. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra. Pincha en o para ver otras palabras que presentan esta variación en su terminación final según sean del inglés británico o del inglés americano] ; out-think ; outfox ; outwit ; outsmart [Literalmente significa "ser más listo que". También escrito out-smart. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra] ; beat + Nombre + to the post ; out-strategise [out-strategize, -USA] ; outclass ; get + the best of ; outdo ; trump ; outshine ; overmatch ; get + one up on ; get + the better of ; outmatch ; out-skill .
Example: This will turn out to be just another way for vendors to outmaneuver one another, with the more aggressive periodicals managers thriving at the expense of the others. Example: Today's online information industry is playing a game of catch-up, and must out-think current market leaders in order to find profitable new markets. Example: It also led to a continuing guerilla war between the authorities and caricaturists who sought to evade, outfox, or entirely defy them. Example: Two dangerous trysts are spied upon by a third and hostile party, whose presence is detected by the lovers who act in consort to outwit him. Example: Smart and speedy start-ups blindside mature companies with their inventiveness then grow up into mature companies and are outsmarted in their turn. Example: Walker beat him to the post but there was no acrimony from Copland. Example: Radical Islamist extremists have out-spent, out-manoeuvred and out-strategised democracies around the world. Example: He also laughingly joked about Kelly not being able to outclass him this time. Example: Sometimes, the emotions we feel can get the best of us, causing us to say or do things we later regret. Example: This novel is narrated by William, an underachiever who is constantly outdone by his charming and lovable identical twin brother. Example: If prejudice is allowed to trump the rights that all citizens should enjoy, then everyone's freedoms are ultimately endangered. Example: She was sensational throughout the competition and outshone her opponents with singing skills that seemed to stretch beyond the talent of a 17 year old. Example: Adams is a lovely and subtle performer, but she is overmatched by her co-star and handicapped by the material = Adams es una artista encantadora y sutil, pero el papel le viene demasiado grande y se ve superada por su compañero de reparto. Example: If you ever do manage to get one up on a narcissist, it is likely to be a hollow victory at best. Example: With the recent on-field spat between teammates, it is evident that sometimes the intensity of the tournament gets the better of the players. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day.» ganarle la vez a = outdo ; trump ; beat + Nombre + to the post ; outmanoeuvre [outmaneuver, -USA] [También escrito out-maneouvre/outmaneuver. Pincha en para ver otras palabras que contienen la secuencia "-oe-" en inglés británico y que se reduce a "-e-" en inglés americano. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra. Pincha en o para ver otras palabras que presentan esta variación en su terminación final según sean del inglés británico o del inglés americano] ; out-think ; outfox ; outwit ; outsmart [Literalmente significa "ser más listo que". También escrito out-smart. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra] ; out-strategise [out-strategize, -USA] ; outshine ; outclass ; overmatch ; get + the best of ; get + one up on ; get + the better of ; outmatch ; out-skill .
Example: This novel is narrated by William, an underachiever who is constantly outdone by his charming and lovable identical twin brother. Example: If prejudice is allowed to trump the rights that all citizens should enjoy, then everyone's freedoms are ultimately endangered. Example: Walker beat him to the post but there was no acrimony from Copland. Example: This will turn out to be just another way for vendors to outmaneuver one another, with the more aggressive periodicals managers thriving at the expense of the others. Example: Today's online information industry is playing a game of catch-up, and must out-think current market leaders in order to find profitable new markets. Example: It also led to a continuing guerilla war between the authorities and caricaturists who sought to evade, outfox, or entirely defy them. Example: Two dangerous trysts are spied upon by a third and hostile party, whose presence is detected by the lovers who act in consort to outwit him. Example: Smart and speedy start-ups blindside mature companies with their inventiveness then grow up into mature companies and are outsmarted in their turn. Example: Radical Islamist extremists have out-spent, out-manoeuvred and out-strategised democracies around the world. Example: She was sensational throughout the competition and outshone her opponents with singing skills that seemed to stretch beyond the talent of a 17 year old. Example: He also laughingly joked about Kelly not being able to outclass him this time. Example: Adams is a lovely and subtle performer, but she is overmatched by her co-star and handicapped by the material = Adams es una artista encantadora y sutil, pero el papel le viene demasiado grande y se ve superada por su compañero de reparto. Example: Sometimes, the emotions we feel can get the best of us, causing us to say or do things we later regret. Example: If you ever do manage to get one up on a narcissist, it is likely to be a hollow victory at best. Example: With the recent on-field spat between teammates, it is evident that sometimes the intensity of the tournament gets the better of the players. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day.» ganarle la vez a = outdo ; trump ; beat + Nombre + to the post ; outmanoeuvre [outmaneuver, -USA] [También escrito out-maneouvre/outmaneuver. Pincha en para ver otras palabras que contienen la secuencia "-oe-" en inglés británico y que se reduce a "-e-" en inglés americano. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra. Pincha en o para ver otras palabras que presentan esta variación en su terminación final según sean del inglés británico o del inglés americano] ; out-think ; outfox ; outwit ; outsmart [Literalmente significa "ser más listo que". También escrito out-smart. Pincha en para ver una lista de palabras que comienzan con este prefijo usado para indicar generalmente que una persona o cosa supera a otra] ; out-strategise [out-strategize, -USA] ; outshine ; outclass ; overmatch ; get + the best of ; get + one up on ; get + the better of ; outmatch ; out-skill .
Example: This novel is narrated by William, an underachiever who is constantly outdone by his charming and lovable identical twin brother. Example: If prejudice is allowed to trump the rights that all citizens should enjoy, then everyone's freedoms are ultimately endangered. Example: Walker beat him to the post but there was no acrimony from Copland. Example: This will turn out to be just another way for vendors to outmaneuver one another, with the more aggressive periodicals managers thriving at the expense of the others. Example: Today's online information industry is playing a game of catch-up, and must out-think current market leaders in order to find profitable new markets. Example: It also led to a continuing guerilla war between the authorities and caricaturists who sought to evade, outfox, or entirely defy them. Example: Two dangerous trysts are spied upon by a third and hostile party, whose presence is detected by the lovers who act in consort to outwit him. Example: Smart and speedy start-ups blindside mature companies with their inventiveness then grow up into mature companies and are outsmarted in their turn. Example: Radical Islamist extremists have out-spent, out-manoeuvred and out-strategised democracies around the world. Example: She was sensational throughout the competition and outshone her opponents with singing skills that seemed to stretch beyond the talent of a 17 year old. Example: He also laughingly joked about Kelly not being able to outclass him this time. Example: Adams is a lovely and subtle performer, but she is overmatched by her co-star and handicapped by the material = Adams es una artista encantadora y sutil, pero el papel le viene demasiado grande y se ve superada por su compañero de reparto. Example: Sometimes, the emotions we feel can get the best of us, causing us to say or do things we later regret. Example: If you ever do manage to get one up on a narcissist, it is likely to be a hollow victory at best. Example: With the recent on-field spat between teammates, it is evident that sometimes the intensity of the tournament gets the better of the players. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day. Example: If you're outmatched, out-numbered, out-skilled, you'd better run and live to fight another day.» ganarle terreno a = gain on .
Example: In 2013, white wine production in Italy continued to gain on red wine, 53 percent for white to only 47 percent for red and rosé.» ganar peso = put on + weight ; gain + weight .
Example: She can eat like a horse and never put on weight. Example: Obesity is a well known problem, however some people really want and need to gain weight.» ganar popularidad = grow in + popularity ; gain (in) + popularity ; increase in + popularity ; grow in + popularity .
Example: More than 1,500 years after the game was invented, chess is still growing in popularity. Example: This technique is sure to gain popularity as more libraries become involved in the long-range planning process. Example: CD drives are now cheap enough for CD-ROMs to increase in popularity. Example: More than 1,500 years after the game was invented, chess is still growing in popularity.» ganar por diferencia de puntos = win on + points difference .
Example: Ireland have retained the title after winning on points difference against England.» ganar por los pelos = pip + Nombre + at/to the (finishing) post .
Example: We were really impressed with the high level of entries to the competition, but Eloise just pipped the others at the finishing post.» ganar por puntos = win on + points .
Example: I think he will win the early rounds and could go on to win on points.» ganar por votación = outvote .
Example: My wife preferred the white body/blue roof car, but the kids and I outvoted her.» ganar prestigio = gain in + ascendancy ; grow in + stature .
Example: As the awareness of information gains in ascendancy, the mechanisms of information access change with the development of new technologies. Example: Uruguayan wines are growing in stature and becoming increasingly more recognized by wine lovers worldwide.» ganar prosélitos = proselytise [proselytize, -USA] .
Example: Provided that the library is accessible to them and offers an atmosphere of welcome, it is not our business to proselytize them into using it.» ganar protagonismo = gain in + importance .
Example: Since most of these Muslims are here to stay, the question of their integration is gaining in importance.» ganar puntos = win + points .
Example: By flying Qantas and connecting to any of the many associated airlines, you can win points for travelling almost anywhere in the world.» ganar reconocimiento = gain + credit ; gain (in) + credibility ; grow in + stature .
Example: The work is very much akin to journalism in the way that time presses, the content must be dealt with in a craftsmanlike way but the author will gain credit more for 'reporting' skills than for philosophical analyses. Example: As an entrepreneur, manager, or businessperson who is hoping to gain credibility, the worst thing you can do is to think you know everything. Example: Uruguayan wines are growing in stature and becoming increasingly more recognized by wine lovers worldwide.» ganar resistencia = grow in + stamina .
Example: This part of the reading session can gradually be lengthened as the children grow in stamina and appetite.» ganarse = win over ; propitiate ; play to + Nombre [Actuar con la intención de ganarse la admiración de alguien] .
Example: It is the latest incentive being offered to attract the Web user and win over their loyalty of custom. Example: The latest news is that in India some residents are transforming themselves into ghosts in a ritual to propitiate Lord Shiva. Example: Wilensky has argued that 'the good, the mediocre and the trashy are becoming fused in one massive middle mush' and that 'intellectuals are increasingly tempted to play to mass audiences'.» ganarse a Alguien = win + Nombre + heart ; win + Nombre + heart and mind .
Example: Well, if you really want to know how to make a man fall in love, the following are some top tips for winning his heart. Example: You'll need to use your noggin to win her heart and mind.» ganarse a la gente = win + people's hearts and minds .
Example: To achieve a transformation, you need to win people's hearts and minds -- then the rest will follow.» ganarse el apodo = earn + the nickname .
Example: He had earned the nickname the 'Teflon president' because criticism would not stick to him.» ganarse el apoyo = earn + support .
Example: Hence the all-too-common spectacle of a library trying -- worse still, claiming -- to do everything and not doing anything well enough to earn respect and thence support.» ganarse el cariño = endear .
Example: His description of Tycho's project in terms that are uncompromisingly modern may not endear his study to all readers.» ganarse el corazón de Alguien = win + Nombre + heart .
Example: Well, if you really want to know how to make a man fall in love, the following are some top tips for winning his heart.» ganarse el favor de = win + the favour of .
Example: The Celts were notorious for the bloody rituals with which they tried to win the favor of their gods.» ganarse la aceptación de Alguien = gain + favour with/among + Nombre ; gain + Posesivo + favour .
Example: Industry analysts forecast that South Africa will gain favour with international travellers who perceive it to be a 'safe' destination. Example: For the rich and powerful it was important to give an expensive gift to the king or queen to gain their favour.» ganarse la confianza = win + Posesivo + confidence ; earn + the trust .
Example: To win the confidence of the business community, the library has to perform at a very high level. Example: To earn the trust of the public, computer professionals must learn to speak a language that is understandable to them.» ganarse la confianza de = achieve + credibility with .
Example: Since they were operated as part of the local authority, they achieved little credibility with residents.» ganarse la confianza de Alguien = gain + Posesivo + confidence .
Example: By freeing the uncle you gain her confidence, and by gaining her confidence you gain her person.» ganarse la fama de = earn + a reputation as ; achieve + a reputation ; secure + a reputation ; acquire + a reputation .
Example: It has earned a reputation as a watchdog and consumers union in the medical equipment industry with its international problem reporting network, published in HEALTH DEVICES ALERTS (HDA) on DIALOG. Example: Scilken has deservedly achieved a reputation as the consumer advocate and gadfly of the profession during the 12 years of his directorship of the Orange Public Library in Orange, New Jersey. Example: In the field of cataloguing he streamlined the cataloguing process and secured an international reputation with his cataloguing code and subject headings list. Example: she acquired a reputation as a serious adversary who, short of cheating, would do just about anything to win.» ganarse partidarios = gather + a following ; win + Nombre + a following ; gain + a following .
Example: They are also a place where untested ideas or authors can prove themselves and gather a following. Example: His public statements on art quickly won him a following among young students of art. Example: While the DVD format is gaining a following among video developers, its application in the education market has advanced only very slowly.» ganarse + Posesivo + afecto = win + Posesivo + affection .
Example: He falls hopelessly for her and makes a difficult sacrifice in the hopes of winning her affection, but she's too nihilistic to put any stock in love.» ganarse + Posesivo + aprecio = earn + Posesivo + appreciation ; get in + Posesivo + good books .
Example: Consensus was that women needed to involve themselves in projects and services to earn more appreciation and respect. Example: She also has a passion for travel, nature and the great outdoors, so you've got to be active if you want to get in her good books.» ganarse + Posesivo + cariño = win + Posesivo + affection .
Example: He falls hopelessly for her and makes a difficult sacrifice in the hopes of winning her affection, but she's too nihilistic to put any stock in love.» ganarse + Posesivo + respeto = earn + Posesivo + respect .
Example: Hence the all-too-common spectacle of a library trying -- worse still, claiming -- to do everything and not doing anything well enough to earn respect and thence support.» ganarse + Posesivo + estima = go up in + Posesivo + estimation ; come up in + Posesivo + estimation ; get in + Posesivo + good books .
Example: As much as she disliked Emory, his reaction to their friends had made him go up in her estimation. Example: A very pleasant evening and have to say this restaurant is coming up in my estimation from when it first opened. Example: She also has a passion for travel, nature and the great outdoors, so you've got to be active if you want to get in her good books.» ganarse + Posesivo + persona = gain + Posesivo + person .
Example: By freeing the uncle you gain her confidence, and by gaining her confidence you gain her person.» ganarse + Posesivo + simpatía = win + Posesivo + affection ; get in + Posesivo + good books .