as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
eventually we reached a compromise on the number of hours per week that would be devoted to piano practice
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1
as in to endanger
to place in danger
officials at the state department were concerned that his statements would compromise national security
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as in to damage
to reduce the soundness, effectiveness, or perfection of
the deletion of several critical points for space considerations really compromised the essay
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Recent Examples of compromise
Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 6 June 2025
Commissioner Uribe brought residents and pastor Diaz together to in hopes of finding a compromise before commissioners cast their votes.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Their venue’s multi-season architecture ensures year-round comfort without compromising acoustics or atmosphere.
—Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 12 June 2025
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Noun
The stretch is intuitive—supportive but not restrictive—giving wearers freedom without compromise, Ali noted.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 6 June 2025
Commissioner Uribe brought residents and pastor Diaz together to in hopes of finding a compromise before commissioners cast their votes.
—Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
Verb
With neither side willing to compromise, the collapse of negotiations would leave military escalation as the only remaining path.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Their venue’s multi-season architecture ensures year-round comfort without compromising acoustics or atmosphere.
—Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for compromise
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compromise
Noun
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These tactics are designed to lead the victim straight onto a negotiation footing where the attacker has the upper hand.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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While negotiations remain fragile, both Washington and Tehran have signaled interest in continuing the diplomatic process.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Critics, including lawmakers from both parties, have warned that sharing pre-strike details on an unsecured app could have endangered U.S. pilots.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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The species is considered critically endangered due to its limited distribution and ongoing habitat threats.—
Real-Time news team,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2025
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Her older brother, a successful economist, and her sister, a government lawyer, have repeatedly warned her that her outspokenness could damage not only her career but theirs.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2025
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President Donald Trump’s new tariffs—both enforced and threatened—are continuing to have an outsized impact on the global economy.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Federal officials said one immigration agent was injured when a rock shattered his vehicle’s windshield, and the U.S. Marshals Service reported arrests for obstructing operations, according to the Times.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025
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Russia also targeted the western Lviv and Khmelnytskyi regions, the northern Chernihiv region, and the central Poltava region, where at least three people were injured.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Conversely, adding capacity without aligning inventory policies risks idle assets or ongoing shortages.—
Dileep Rai,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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In using force against his own citizens, the leader risks alienating supporters and activating resistance. June 11, 2025 What happens next in Los Angeles between the military and protesters — which group is perceived as the aggressors — may likely determine what happens next in our democracy.—
Anita Chabria,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
Verb
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Graffiti marred the exterior of City Hall, an Art Deco landmark built in 1928.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Signed in 2023 from Fenerbahce in his homeland, Guler’s debut season was marred by injuries.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
Verb
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Returning to Afghanistan will jeopardize my daughter’s education.—
Munir Ahmed,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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Closing the lab could jeopardize the country’s leadership role in global climate science.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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“Compromise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compromise. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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