compromise

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There are a number of reasons why this D.C.–New Hampshire compromise would work.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

But an agreement has not yet been reached and further talks aimed at finding a compromise are due to take place in Montreal this weekend.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

He said he hopes the Bureau of Reclamation will heed the state’s call for compromise “to avoid another massive salmon kill.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Mediators reported little progress in negotiations earlier in the week, as the U.S. and Iran each pushed tough positions with little sign of compromise on the nuclear issue, the Strait of Hormuz or sanctions relief.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Lawrence’s position as doyen of the Rad Lab and Teller’s as the indispensable genius of thermonuclear technology made compromise impossible.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik