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concession

[kuhn-sesh-uhn] / kənˈsɛʃ ən /


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Cliquet said the funds seek out companies subject to regulatory agreements or concession contracts that offer long-term cash flow, which helps drive predictable patterns of returns and capital preservation for investors in those businesses.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

Now, at first glance, this might seem like a significant concession on behalf of the administration.

From Slate Aug. 6, 2026

Her side won a partial concession: In late April, the city agreed to restore 17 parking spaces along several blocks of Archer, though shopkeepers call that a fraction of what was lost.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

Robertson said that, while what Carney agreed to is no doubt a "concession", it is a necessary one given the importance of the span to US-Canada commerce.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Bloom recognized also that as czar of the Midway he no longer had to worry about seeking a concession for his Algerian Village.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson

On Monday, Category A tickets for the home straight cost £150 with no concessions for juniors.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

Two other Republicans who had threatened Blanche’s nomination, Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, ultimately voted to confirm him after extracting concessions.

From Salon Aug. 8, 2026

If you only apply to jobs where AI is being used to create code, consider making other concessions.

From MarketWatch Aug. 7, 2026

It is unclear if changes to the company’s networks might be offered as concessions to the AGs.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 1, 2026

Liberals urged Verwoerd to offer concessions to Africans.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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