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Xi will likely want something in return, says Wendy Cutler, senior vice president at the Asia Society Policy Institute, who spent decades as a U.S. diplomat and trade negotiator.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

He raised millions, but noted that rich parents often wanted something in return.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Kuemper’s contract would have ended when the season did, so by trading him, Blake assured the team it would get something in return.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2025

Human rights groups say they are often held for leverage, released only when Iran gets something in return.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025

I thanked her for the very generous dollar bill and told her I would send her something in return soon.

From "I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda




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