General
win the day
What does win the day mean?
To succeed at the most important objectives for a given day or moment.
"If we fix onboarding, we win the day."
Origin
Idiom of prevailing in a contest.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'win the day' mean?
It means to succeed at the most important objectives for a given day or moment.
How is 'win the day' used at work?
As a motivational rallying phrase, e.g. 'If we fix onboarding, we win the day.'
Where does 'win the day' come from?
It's an old idiom meaning to prevail in a contest or battle, now common in corporate motivation-speak.
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