Rare W
An uncommon success, good decision, or correct opinion from a person or organization usually criticized for losing.
“The app finally removed the annoying feature—rare W from the developers.”
The compliment is intentionally backhanded because rare implies that wins from the subject do not happen often.
W as shorthand for win spread through sports, gaming, and online culture; rare W developed as an ironic reaction format.
a rare W
The standard phrasing for an unusual success.
extremely rare W
A more sarcastic version.
rare dub
A variation using dub for W or win.
Is rare W a compliment?
Yes, but it also implies a history of poor choices or failures.
Can someone say rare W about themselves?
They can, usually as self-deprecating humor.