game theory
noun
: the analysis of a situation involving conflicting interests (as in business or military strategy) in terms of gains and losses among opposing players
game theorist
noun
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Other analysts see game theory.
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Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 May 2026
At one level, the simplest way to understand America’s problem in the Iran war is to use game theory.
—Fareed Zakaria, Washington Post, 8 May 2026
For hitters, there’s game theory behind the decision, based on the situation.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
When Theorists Enter the War Room But game theory is not just about board games.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 19 Apr. 2026
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Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 May 2026
At one level, the simplest way to understand America’s problem in the Iran war is to use game theory.
—Fareed Zakaria, Washington Post, 8 May 2026
For hitters, there’s game theory behind the decision, based on the situation.
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
When Theorists Enter the War Room But game theory is not just about board games.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 19 Apr. 2026
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“Game theory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/game%20theory. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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