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    Jan 4, 2008 3:00 PM 3,334
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    "FTW"

    For The Win. Often used in forums, IRC chats, and online games, "FTW" denotes a coup de grace or highlight. For example, "Headshot FTW" or "Power steering FTW." When noting the best moment in a video, "12:40 FTW" means fast-forward to that moment. The usage might come from Hollywood Squares, where contestants said "Top square for the win." While not as popular as WTF or LOL, FTW is gaining traction among bloggers.


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