: 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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When employees are engaged and motivated, the outcome follows, creating a win-win. Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026 This is a win-win spot for the Zips, and, more importantly, for America. Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026 This is a win-win for AVAIO, the city of Pittsburg and Pittsburg residents. CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 Plus, they’re made from recycled materials, so a win-win for all. Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for win-win

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 22 Aug. 2026.

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