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as in discussions
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
a give-and-take about what we should do Saturday night
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as in negotiations
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
negotiating the terms of the deal will require some give-and-take on both sides
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for give-and-takes
Noun
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All eyes are on Netflix as a top contender to pin down rights aimed at the UFC, as the organization begins formal discussions on its next media deal.—
Tim Baysinger,
Axios,
3 Jan. 2025 -
Governments and central banks around the world, from Washington to Zurich, are engaged in discussions about its role in national reserves.—
Susie Violet Ward,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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There were no immediate statements on the indirect negotiations in Qatar’s capital, Doha, toward a cease-fire after nearly 15 months of war.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2025
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If Miami does trade Butler, whoever lands him will need to enter into negotiations with the star on a new contract.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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If some of these steps begin to bear fruit, consultations could begin on multiple tracks.—
Samuel Charap,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
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Making a Difference Daniel Alain customers often fly to the brand’s picturesque Newport Beach, CA headquarters for personal consultations before making a purchase.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Offering compensation for their time can help facilitate these conversations.—
Michael McFall,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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These conversations allow would-be buyers to ensure that the franchisor's communication aligns with the owners' experiences.—
Michael McFall,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The mindset driving their deliberations is a focus on results and speed.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
23 Dec. 2024
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But defending Stephanopoulos’ statements may have been more fraught, according to people familiar with Disney’s internal deliberations.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Give-and-takes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/give-and-takes. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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