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If there's an expression like "lose-lose", can I use "win-win" in opposite situation?

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Rebecca

Yes you can. We use "lose-lose" to talk about a situation where the result is will be bad for everyone who is involved. Therefore, you can use "win-win" to talk about a situation where the result will be good for everyone involved. Ex: Going ahead with the current plan would be a lose-lose situation for everyone. Ex: This situation is win-win for everyone.

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