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reciprocity

[res-uh-pros-i-tee] / ˌrɛs əˈprɒs ɪ ti /


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The two men have developed an unconventional alliance that some say is built on strategic reciprocity.

From MarketWatch Aug. 29, 2026

"Confidence and reciprocity are beginning to take shape to open the door to engagement on the most difficult issues," says Gagnon whom we meet inside the UN's vast, heavily fortified compound.

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

This long established principle, known as reciprocity, has made it difficult for scientists to independently control how thermal energy enters and leaves a material.

From Science Daily Jul. 7, 2026

In another form of reciprocity, Regan often adjusted his offerings while he was talking to clients, promising them higher rates or longer terms if they invested more or committed sooner.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

With him came escalating demands for land and service—the veneer of reciprocity was fading.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

These kinds of resonances and reciprocities can allow a story to jump between elements without the need for novelistic bridge passages.

From The Guardian Sep. 24, 2014

We may live in a world of technological prowess, but we are still creatures guided by ancient reciprocities.

From Salon Dec. 15, 2012

The great American metaphysician Chuck Jones discerned some years ago that the universe operates in sequences of violent Newtonian reciprocities.

From Time Magazine Archive

France cannot interchange reciprocities with the American States, by reason of numberless 166 impediments in her system of government, in her monopolies, and her system of commerce.

From The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Volume X (of 12) by Various

Tacit reciprocities of misunderstanding ensuing, he felt it safest to say:—"Nothing wrong, I hope?"

From When Ghost Meets Ghost by William Frend De Morgan




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