compromise
Example Sentences
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However, the US space agency said it would not compromise on safety.
From BBC
I was doing pretty well income-wise but had this feeling that I was somehow compromising myself.
That would require Khamenei to compromise, in particular, on Iran’s nuclear program.
“I don’t know what there is to compromise,” said Newsom, calling the measure “badly drafted” and arguing the money raised wouldn’t be spread among other groups.
From Los Angeles Times
He managed to get a bill on social security spending approved by year end, but lawmakers have failed to reach a compromise on state expenses.
From Barron's
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