win-win

American

[win-win] / ˈwɪnˈwɪn /

adjective

advantageous to both sides, as in a negotiation.

a win-win proposal; a win-win situation.

win-win British

adjective

guaranteeing a favourable outcome for everyone involved

a win-win situation for NATO

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Etymology

Origin of win-win

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

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"I mean, it's a win-win situation really," she says.

From BBC

“We’re not trying to make the same show, so no matter what happens, its a win-win,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

For India's Prime Minister Modi, a reset with Canada is a win-win situation.

From BBC

Hosting data centres is a "win-win situation" for governments, he said, noting it boosts business efficiency with faster online tools and grows local economies as people come to work at new tech parks.

From Barron's

“This can be a win-win scenario,” said David Dworkin, chief executive at the National Housing Conference.

From The Wall Street Journal

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