no-lose
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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The ingeniousness of such a scheme is that it could make trolling a no-lose scenario for the troll and the firm that hires it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025
Natalyn, Jon’s wife and the boys’ mother, is in a no-lose situation, knowing someone will be bringing home a championship ring.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2020
This proposal is a creative, no-lose plan for the vast majority of voters and states in the nation.
From Washington Times • Feb. 14, 2019
It’s a no-lose investment for the new owners, who still come out $25m ahead if they fail to get the arena.
From The Guardian • Jul. 10, 2015
And when taxpayers assume the risk, it’s a no-lose proposition, is it not?
From Seattle Times • Oct. 30, 2014
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