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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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Recent Examples of compromising
Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Rooftop installations provide a space-efficient and scalable solution to harness clean energy without compromising valuable land resources.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
The boot features a black leather upper with a platform-style 2-inch heel, providing a height boost without compromising comfort, and a lug sole that’s suitable for icy terrain.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025
Both parties are trying to broaden consumers’ choices for sustainable fashion without compromising affordability, quality or the planet.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
Last year’s Camerimage was engulfed in controversy after festival founder and CEO Marek Żydowicz published an Op-Ed that appeared to argue that admitting the work of more female cinematographers would mean compromising on artistic quality.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
Vital Convenience Taylor Farms dispels the myth that convenience means compromising quality.
—William Jones, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
This model empowers users who transition between city roads and suburban trails, offering high-speed capability and long battery life without compromising stability or ride comfort.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Even directly along the coast, older buildings already exceed 30 feet without compromising neighborhood appeal.
—Harry Bubbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The Broncos can’t put their defense in that many compromising situations.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
The outcome could set a precedent for how far courts can go in easing logistical burdens on defendants in sensitive-information cases without compromising government secrecy.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Rooftop installations provide a space-efficient and scalable solution to harness clean energy without compromising valuable land resources.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
The boot features a black leather upper with a platform-style 2-inch heel, providing a height boost without compromising comfort, and a lug sole that’s suitable for icy terrain.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2025
Both parties are trying to broaden consumers’ choices for sustainable fashion without compromising affordability, quality or the planet.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
Last year’s Camerimage was engulfed in controversy after festival founder and CEO Marek Żydowicz published an Op-Ed that appeared to argue that admitting the work of more female cinematographers would mean compromising on artistic quality.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025
Vital Convenience Taylor Farms dispels the myth that convenience means compromising quality.
—William Jones, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
This model empowers users who transition between city roads and suburban trails, offering high-speed capability and long battery life without compromising stability or ride comfort.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Even directly along the coast, older buildings already exceed 30 feet without compromising neighborhood appeal.
—Harry Bubbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compromising
Adjective
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To taste one hot off the press, so to speak, is an experience not to be missed; the flavor is so complex, the mouthful so round, the texture so yielding.—
Aleksandra Crapanzano,
The Atlantic,
27 Oct. 2025
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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
Verb
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In addition to the murder charge, Thompson faces charges of committing a terroristic act, aggravated assault, engaging in violent criminal group activity and endangering the welfare of a minor, according to the jail roster.—
Rafael Escalera Montoto,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Some of them could cause severe damage to space stations and satellites, endangering the global space economy floating above us, which is currently valued at more than $600 billion.—
Humberto Basilio,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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If your hair is getting snagged while using the brush or seems to be damaging your hair, it should also be replaced.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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The YouTuber-turned-boxer has been accused by a lot of people of damaging the sport by staging fights that are more bit than boxing.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Maintaining opportunities, programs and the educational experience is the district’s top priority when evaluating these cuts, Marking said, in addition to staying compliant with the law and contracts with labor partners.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The vehicle is fully compliant with National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standards.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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Arsenal played attractive, threatening football, and looked poised for a rousing win.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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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 president has been calling aggressively for lower rates and a more acquiescent Fed.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
17 Sep. 2025
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Where Chelsea’s domestic overseers have been largely acquiescent to their accounting ingenuity, the same can’t be said abroad.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Others self-deported, voluntarily leaving on their own rather than risking removal by force.—
Daniel Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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Some hotels explicitly prohibit such gratuities, with employees risking termination if caught accepting them.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Compromising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compromising. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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