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win-win

American  
[win-win] / ˈwɪnˈwɪn /

adjective

  1. advantageous to both sides, as in a negotiation.

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


win-win British  

adjective

  1. 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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Dinner out on the first and/or last night is also a win-win.

From MarketWatch

In contrast, Xi has been trying to show that China is a stable global partner and has been urging more pragmatic ties - in the words of Beijing, "a win-win" for all.

From BBC

The EU heralded what will be its largest free trade accord to date as a "win-win", although critics have argued that cheap imports may undercut European farmers in products including beef, poultry and sugar.

From BBC

“We think of that as the more modern way to drive win-win collaborations,” Louvet said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lawyers who take the private financing say it’s a win-win.

From Los Angeles Times