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as in endangering
to place in danger
officials at the state department were concerned that his statements would compromise national security
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as in damaging
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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as in yielding
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Recent Examples of compromising
Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
The collared neckline lends the classic sweater a vintage-meets-modern appeal, while its structured shape adds a refined edge without compromising comfort.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
McLaughlin said the recruiting blitz is not compromising standards.
—J. David McSwane, ProPublica, 18 Oct. 2025
The new dual-cation chemistry bridges that gap, allowing sodium ions to deliver higher capacity without compromising on environmental benefits.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
Abbas Jan, director of sales and marketing at Siddiqsons Limited, said high-performance stretch stories also remain central, with Lycra Dual Comfort and stretch canvas providing flexibility without compromising authentic rigid looks.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
At the same time, schools can provide appropriate accommodations when needed, ensuring all students are treated with respect without compromising the rights and comfort of others.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2025
And not just the ship, but a ship that would accommodate the needs of filming without compromising the authenticity or feel.
—Jon Landau, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2025
There’s a difference between compromising and settling.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Broncos can’t put their defense in that many compromising situations.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
As many Americans are struggling with extremely high medical costs, finding a way of reducing monthly premium costs for plans, while not compromising too significantly on coverage, is an important issue in the health insurance landscape.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
The collared neckline lends the classic sweater a vintage-meets-modern appeal, while its structured shape adds a refined edge without compromising comfort.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
McLaughlin said the recruiting blitz is not compromising standards.
—J. David McSwane, ProPublica, 18 Oct. 2025
The new dual-cation chemistry bridges that gap, allowing sodium ions to deliver higher capacity without compromising on environmental benefits.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
Abbas Jan, director of sales and marketing at Siddiqsons Limited, said high-performance stretch stories also remain central, with Lycra Dual Comfort and stretch canvas providing flexibility without compromising authentic rigid looks.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
At the same time, schools can provide appropriate accommodations when needed, ensuring all students are treated with respect without compromising the rights and comfort of others.
—Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2025
And not just the ship, but a ship that would accommodate the needs of filming without compromising the authenticity or feel.
—Jon Landau, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2025
There’s a difference between compromising and settling.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compromising
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Cavazos says this work — chasing leads or even, at times, following ICE agents — to alert the community can be hard, especially now that the Department of Homeland Security regularly accuses groups like Cavazos' of interfering with their jobs and endangering the lives of immigration officers.—
Marisa Peñaloza,
NPR,
17 Oct. 2025
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Thomas also faces two misdemeanor charges of cruelty to animals and recklessly endangering another person, records show.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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When exposure occurs through food or drinking water, cesium-137 can accumulate in the body and increase the risk of cancer due to its DNA-damaging properties.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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While more plants may seem beneficial, TNC points out that the tree and shrub takeover is damaging to the natural grassland ecosystem present in the preserve.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Gold also gains appeal when interest rates fall, as lower yields reduce the opportunity cost of holding the non-yielding asset.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Yields on savings accounts and bonds decline, making non-yielding assets like gold more attractive.—
Frank Holmes,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Avoid an infestation by using a natural method to get rid of the eggs, larvae, and adult carpet beetles without risking harm to children or pets.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2025
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No more going over your lashes repeatedly and risking damage.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Oct. 2025
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Including playoffs, Mayfield turned the ball over more than anyone else from 2023 through 2024, marring an otherwise fantastic two seasons in Tampa Bay.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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An optional front rack on both models adds instant utility without marring the retro-fantastic looks.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The luxury ship has nine types of guest accommodations, including those compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
18 Oct. 2025
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That increase in non-compliance likely reflects more providers getting real about their actual progress, as well as non-compliant firms acquiring smaller firms that had been complying.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Signing bonuses are at an all-time high, threatening to attract individuals who place personal financial gain over principle.—
Keith Wilson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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But trade tensions have reignited, with Trump threatening to impose tariffs starting at 130% on Chinese exports by November 1, up from the 30% minimum rate currently in effect.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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Interior offensive lineman Damien Lewis was back on the field Wednesday for the first time since injuring his shoulder on Thursday of last week.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Oct. 2025
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Communists and Nazis clashed over the following weeks, killing and injuring hundreds.—
Time,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Compromising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compromising. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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