win-win

adjective

ˈwin-ˈwin How to pronounce win-win (audio)
-ˌwin
: advantageous or satisfactory to all parties involved
a win-win situation
a win-win deal

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Gaenmesn Waterproof Nylon Tote Bag Coming in medium and large sizes, the Gaenmesn Waterproof Nylon Tote offers more storage pockets than the Longchamp Le Pliage bag, which is a win-win alongside the under-$50 price. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2025 This is a classic win-win kinda deal. PC Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025 Later in the season, there might be a win-win situation available to Markkanen and the Jazz. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025 Whatever the case, look for a win-win solution. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 23 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for win-win

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of win-win was in 1962

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“Win-win.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/win-win. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.

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