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compromise

[kom-pruh-mahyz] / ˈkɒm prəˌmaɪz /






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Political analysts say a compromise is needed to ease Western sanctions and provide the tools Iran needs to find a way out of the crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal

Making exceptions for one person often compromises the quality of the experience for another.

From The Wall Street Journal

"With the increase in memory prices, consumers will need to decide to either pay a higher price for the performance they need, or accept a compromise in a lower performing device."

From BBC

The law was a compromise between labor groups and Silicon Valley gig economy companies.

From Los Angeles Times

Xi also demanded commitment to his vision of strengthening China through state-led development, signaling no compromise on his policies despite simmering resentment over his economic management.

From The Wall Street Journal