concession
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After dramatically losing her seat in Welsh Labour's worst-ever Senedd election result, Eluned Morgan gave a concession speech mentioning – of all things – social media.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
She decided to take over when the previous concession holder, who she said ran an "ad hoc" service, stopped operating.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Milan Fashion Week said Friday it would "invite" participating brands at its high-profile runway shows not to show fur, in a partial concession to animal rights activists following pressure.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Customers at the stadium’s concession stands will also be asked whether they want to round up their purchases to benefit the Ronald McDonald House, a company-backed nonprofit serving critically ill children.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
I made one concession to common sense: I left most of my water supply in the Hab.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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