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compromise

[kom-pruh-mahyz] / ˈkɒm prəˌmaɪz /






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In April, in response to a lawsuit by bureau employees over the CFPB’s attempt to lay off 90% of its staff, the administration offered a compromise proposal: slashing two-thirds.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

However, the new June 2033 BTP, along with other bonds in the seven-year area, provides a notable risk-return compromise in absolute terms, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

By our count, during nine of these 10 sessions, gains were primarily driven by signs of de-escalation or compromise either pertaining to the White House’s tariffs or the conflict with Iran.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

On other tracks, she stands on business, solidifying her status as a major catch and refusing to compromise for a subpar man.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

There were also practical reasons why he wanted to broker a compromise.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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