something in return
Example Sentences
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He raised millions, but noted that rich parents often wanted something in return.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
Kerry Brown, who directs King's College London's Lau China Institute, told AFP that Starmer "may as well be getting something in return" for the flak he is taking.
From Barron's ● Jan. 26, 2026
Human rights groups say they are often held as leverage, released only when Iran receives something in return.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2025
Kuemper’s contract would have ended when the season did, so by trading him, Blake assured the team it would get something in return.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 22, 2025
Bodega wanted something from me, so I would ask something in return.
From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez
