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Zero-sum

Definition

(formal) Describing a situation in which one person's gain is equal to another person's loss, so that the total amount gained or lost remains the same; also used more broadly to describe any situation in which resources are limited and one person's success is at the expense of others.

Example Sentences

1The zero-sum game of international trade means that if one country's economy grows, another's must shrink.
2Is the idea of a zero-sum economy still relevant in today's globalized world?
3In a zero-sum market, any increase in one company's market share must come at the expense of its competitors.
4Critics argue that the zero-sum approach to resource allocation is too simplistic and ignores the potential for cooperation and mutual benefit.
5The zero-sum mentality that pervades the business world can lead to cutthroat competition and undermine long-term sustainability.

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