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

Examples of win-win in a Sentence

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So, for Detroit to pick him up, that’s a win-win, probably for both sides. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026 Consequently, before dismissing this federal tax credit scholarship careful consideration should be given to who can benefit from this additional funding and if this program allows a win-win situation for both public and private schools across Illinois. Froylan Jimenez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026 This may be win-win for all involved. Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Feb. 2026 Houston has used its affiliation with the Big 12 to elevate its team to become a national name, and the relationship is a win-win. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Jan. 2026 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 15 Feb. 2026.

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