trade-off
Example Sentences
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"A broad traffic light assessment of the public finances would make governments' multiple objectives – and the associated trade-offs faced – much more transparent and explicit," she said.
From BBC
Seeking such an asymmetric performance trade-off—less upside for more downside protection—is typical for investors in the hybrid securities known as convertible bonds External link, which have qualities of both stocks and bonds.
From Barron's
The IFS said the Scottish government would face tough trade-offs in future budgets.
From BBC
Marking a shift in policy, the PM insisted the EU-UK status quo was "not fit for purpose" and acknowledged there would be "trade-offs" as a result.
From BBC
Some readers have told me the peace of mind is worth the privacy trade-off.
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