give-and-take

noun

1
: the practice of making mutual concessions : compromise
2
: a usually good-natured exchange (as of ideas or comments)

Examples of give-and-take in a Sentence

a give-and-take about what we should do Saturday night negotiating the terms of the deal will require some give-and-take on both sides enjoyed the flirty give-and-take between the two romantic lead characters
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In relationships where traditional roles play a big part, voting choices reflect a mix of personal independence, societal expectations, and relationship give-and-take. Erin Coulehan, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2024 Because of this, don't be surprised if your toddler isn't ready to play with other children in a traditional give-and-take manner. Alex Vance, Parents, 31 Oct. 2024 That kind of give-and-take seems rare in national life at the moment, but Boot touches on other aspects of Reagan’s leadership that are anything but salutary. Danny Heitman, The Christian Science Monitor, 24 Oct. 2024 As has been in the past, there are give-and-take elements associated with choosing prestige. Brian Mazique, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for give-and-take 

Word History

First Known Use

1679, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of give-and-take was in 1679

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Cite this Entry

“Give-and-take.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give-and-take. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

give-and-take

noun
ˌgiv-ən-ˈtāk
1
: the practice of all sides in a dispute settling for less than they want : compromise
2
: a good-natured exchange of ideas
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