compromise
Aussprache: [ˈkɑːmprəˌmaɪz]
Kontext: „reach agreement“
(noun) a solution where everyone gives up something to agree. When two people want different things, they may reach a compromise to find a way that works for both.
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The friends reached a compromise on where to go for dinner, choosing a place that had both pizza and pasta.
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They couldn't find a compromise, so they ended up arguing instead of deciding where to eat.
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What compromise did you come to when deciding on the vacation?
Kontext: „reach agreement“
(verb) to make a deal where both sides give something up. If you want to work together but have different ideas, you might compromise to make things work.
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They decided to compromise on the project by using both of their ideas.
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He refused to compromise, which made it hard to finish the group project.
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Can we compromise on our plans for this weekend?
Kontext: „risk“
(verb) to put something in danger or make it less secure. It happens when you make a choice that may not be the best for safety or quality.
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You don’t need to compromise your values to be kind to others.
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Don’t compromise your safety just to save time.
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Are you willing to compromise your principles to please others?