agreeing

Example Sentences

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The UAW workers were pushing for wages closer to the $29 an hour they used to earn in 2008 before agreeing to a 50% wage reduction to keep the plant open during the economic recession.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But prosecutors said both men had endangered the safety of others by agreeing to pilot the boats, which were inadequate for the task of crossing the Channel.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The family’s companies have settled many accusations of environmental violations by agreeing to pay fines and invest in better pollution prevention without admitting or denying culpability.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

In agreeing to buy the Scottsdale, Ariz. home builder, Berkshire Hathaway said it would pay a 24% premium to Friday’s close in the first deal under new CEO Greg Abel.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Someone had to do it, and I found myself agreeing.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana