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to compromise
01
to come to an agreement after a dispute by reducing demands
Intransitive: to compromise on a disputed issue
Examples
In a business negotiation, both parties compromised on pricing to secure a mutually beneficial deal.
02
to put someone or something in danger, particularly by being careless
Transitive: to compromise sth
Examples
His habit of sharing sensitive information online could compromise the security of the entire system.
03
to settle a disagreement or conflict by both sides making concessions
Intransitive
Examples
Despite their differing opinions, they knew they needed to compromise in order to maintain a harmonious relationship.
Compromise
01
a middle state between two opposing situations that is reached by slightly changing both of them, so that they can coexist
Examples
They reached a compromise by agreeing to share responsibilities equally.
02
an agreement between two parties in which each side makes concessions to settle a dispute or reach a deal
Examples
The nations reached a compromise on trade tariffs.
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