as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
eventually we reached a compromise on the number of hours per week that would be devoted to piano practice
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as in to endanger
to place in danger
officials at the state department were concerned that his statements would compromise national security
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as in to damage
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
the deletion of several critical points for space considerations really compromised the essay
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Recent Examples of compromise
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
Approach fence issues with respect and compromise, offering help if repairs are delayed.
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Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2026
New Atlas,
2 July 2026
According to the government, the earthquakes damaged or otherwise compromised 38 hospitals nationwide.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
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Noun
The Local Taxes Limitation Amendment emerged from a compromise between California lawmakers, business groups and longtime anti-tax advocate Jon Coupal.
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Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
Approach fence issues with respect and compromise, offering help if repairs are delayed.
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Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2026
Verb
The Ranger proves that a vintage electric bike doesn't have to compromise on everyday practicality.
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New Atlas,
2 July 2026
According to the government, the earthquakes damaged or otherwise compromised 38 hospitals nationwide.
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ABC News,
1 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compromise
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Milei named Adorni as Cabinet chief last year, giving him huge influence over negotiations with governors and other stakeholders in Congress.
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That agreement set a 60-day period for negotiations on key issues, including the future of Tehran’s nuclear program amid concerns that Iran wants to use it for military purposes, a claim the country denies.
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The zoo called Nangka's birth a major achievement for the genetic diversity and conservation of the species, which is critically endangered.
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Court records show Pawnell faces charges including second-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a child.
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Some of these storms could be severe and deliver damaging wind gusts, but any thunderstorm will contain lightning — a major danger for any outdoor activities, especially for anyone trying to escape the heat in or on the water.
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Diseases that damage the kidneys and impair their ability to filter blood were blamed for 55,081 deaths in 2024.
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The caller reported that a family member was threatening them.
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In the weeks since Fable 5 and Mythos 5 were forced out of commission, industry leaders and experts became increasingly worried that the ad-hoc ban would threaten America’s AI lead against China.
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The Jackson County charges came after police accused Sanchez-Munoz in a series of shootings in Kansas City that left one man, Jeremy Keenan, dead and four others injured on June 16.
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French and Ukrainian media reported that a Ukrainian magnate and his family were those injured.
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The trial court risked prejudicing the jury by improperly admitting evidence about Mead Johnson’s finances, including its revenues, profits, and executive compensation, the appeals court said.
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Delaying much beyond that risks the continuity that has sustained collider physics for generations.
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The World Cup group stage was marred for fans whose experiences mirrored Ramroop’s, leading FIFA and third-party platforms like StubHub to point fingers at each other amid the fallout.
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His previous loan at Girona was marred by injuries, impacting his World Cup aspirations.
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Card room operators and several local governments argued the regulations would jeopardize more than 30,000 jobs and reduce tax revenue that helps fund city services in communities where card rooms operate.
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Yet the company seems to continually miscalculate the extent to which this dynamic will jeopardize its business.
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“Compromise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compromise. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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