Questioning 'Winning' Claims

Comments in this cluster debate and sarcastically question whether specific outcomes or achievements truly constitute a 'win', often highlighting ironic, pyrrhic, or redefined victories in contexts like politics, games, and life.

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Sample Comments

jelliclesfarm Aug 31, 2022 View on HN

right. but how is this a 'win'?

computerthings Feb 4, 2025 View on HN

What's the "win" here?

sixothree Aug 31, 2020 View on HN

If "winning" is what you care about.

devsquid Dec 23, 2016 View on HN

How is that "winning"?

_curious_ Mar 25, 2020 View on HN

Guess that would depend on your definition of winning?

shrughes Mar 11, 2013 View on HN

I was referring to the "winning" part.

baking Nov 16, 2023 View on HN

That would be considered a win.

tdavis Aug 31, 2008 View on HN

This seems like a case of "Even if I win, I lose."

micromacrofoot Jun 17, 2025 View on HN

"wins" as if it were any contest

coliveira Nov 22, 2025 View on HN

So, it's wining by losing?