FWIW

American

abbreviation

for what it's worth. See worth.

FWIW British

abbreviation

for what it's worth

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Etymology

Origin of FWIW

From its use in digital communications

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FWIW

The unusual offer was earlier reported by FWIW, a newsletter that tracks digital politics.

From New York Times ● Jul. 10, 2023

FWIW, it’s probably no consolation to your asking-price sticker shock, but this is not our first go-round with housing-price lunacy.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2021

FWIW, Scherff has played right guard throughout his NFL career, where the Seahawks also have Lewis.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 8, 2021

FWIW: John F. Kennedy cultivated ways to talk to Russia discreetly, historian Tim Naftali writes.

From Slate ● May 30, 2017

Here, FWIW, is a good example of how I think Apple's stance can force a Web site to drop Flash.

From Washington Post ● Feb. 5, 2010

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