compromise
Example Sentences
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If Roberts-Smith remained in custody, he would not be able to access or store such sensitive information in a secure environment, which would "seriously compromise his right to a fair trial", Howell said.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
And so Luna and Leger Fernández essentially brokered that compromise.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
We’re more than willing to compromise on the precise nature by which that occurs.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
In April, in response to a lawsuit by bureau employees over the CFPB’s attempt to lay off 90% of its staff, the administration offered a compromise proposal: slashing two-thirds.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 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
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