equal terms

Example Sentences

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Because all states participate on equal terms, there is a classic agency problem in monitoring, with no individual member having adequate incentive to make the necessary efforts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

To Black Americans, neither freedom nor equal citizenship could be a reality without the right to participate in our democracy on equal terms.

From Slate • Oct. 7, 2025

Kyiv and Washington would manage the fund on "equal terms", the prime minister added.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2025

“It is a song of optimism and gratitude,” Mr. Rounds said, adding that “the lyrics subtly but profoundly suggested to the world that in relationships, women could be on equal terms with men.”

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024

These were men of high standing and the regent received them courteously, but not obsequiously; he treated them on equal terms, as they did him.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela