(transitive, idiomatic) To persuade someone, gain someone's support, or make someone understand the truth or validity of something.

Any situation that is certain to end in failure or in which any favourable outcome is impossible.

(idiomatic, US) To repeatedly fail in one's gambles or efforts.

plural of no-win situation

To gain complete victory or success over something or someone. / To be totally accepted by other people.

Used to express resignation, or concede defeat even though one is not convinced of the opposing arguments.

To persuade or convince (someone who does not initially agree).

To be victorious. Usually of emotions and human qualities.

To persuade someone who disagrees to agree with one's own point of view.

(obsolete) To get back on one's feet.