quid pro quo
Example Sentences
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Since the Cold War, other countries that maintained their holdings of dollars and U.S. securities in no small part for security reasons, reflecting an implicit quid pro quo for America’s defense shield.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
District Judge Katherine Menendez, presiding over Minnesota’s request to end what locals officials have called a federal occupation, seemed to recognize the quid pro quo at play.
From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026
This is just one man’s opinion, but: No, I think would be too obvious of a quid pro quo to fool anyone—even the median American voter, bless his heart.
From Slate • Jul. 24, 2025
The "quid pro quo" for the military base remaining on Diego Garcia was that Chagossians would be allowed to settle on the outer islands of the archipelago, he told peers.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2025
My quid pro quo double date with Jeff, Kristina, and Justin is at the Legion Diner on 773.
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
