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compromise

[kom-pruh-mahyz] / ˈkɒm prəˌmaɪz /






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Banks continue to be upset by the rules while crypto companies have portrayed it as a compromise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

For her part, Moafi believes that Dr. Mohan will be remembered for the way “she won’t compromise humanity in how she delivers care.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

"This compromise text will help restore deeply damaged trust," said Socialist lawmaker Elie Califer, who is from Guadeloupe and put forward the bill.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

There are a number of reasons why this D.C.–New Hampshire compromise would work.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

At any moment she might say or do something which would be a compromise upon herself and upon her lover.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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