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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The thick ortholite insoles offer comfort while walking, and the Italian leather material can be styled for both casual and dressier outings — a win-win for a busy city day. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026 But having a four-run lead with three outs to go made last night a win-win. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2026 Employers realize that investing in their workers’ financial well-being is a win-win. Mary Moreland, Fortune, 17 May 2026 These platforms—which also include Blooket, Gimkit, and Kahoot—can seem like a win-win. Will Oremus, The Atlantic, 16 May 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 29 May. 2026.

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