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as in discussion
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 negotiation
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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as in banter
good-natured teasing or exchanging of clever remarks
enjoyed the flirty give-and-take between the two romantic lead characters
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Recent Examples of give-and-take
So guests should be appreciative of that and cognizant of their own role in that give-and-take relationship, Jokilehto said.
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Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 25 Dec. 2025
Is there an equal amount of give-and-take?
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
Our system was built to encourage vigorous give-and-take and to move final decisions toward the middle.
—The Detroit News Editorial Board, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
While developing promising new SmallSat technologies is a key goal of USTP, so too is building a critical give-and-take between NASA and university researchers.
—Robin Roenker, USA Today, 17 Oct. 2025
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Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 25 Dec. 2025
Is there an equal amount of give-and-take?
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
Our system was built to encourage vigorous give-and-take and to move final decisions toward the middle.
—The Detroit News Editorial Board, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
While developing promising new SmallSat technologies is a key goal of USTP, so too is building a critical give-and-take between NASA and university researchers.
—Robin Roenker, USA Today, 17 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for give-and-take
Recent Examples of Synonyms for give-and-take
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In the past two decades, much of the often spirited discussion has centered on Michael Jordan and four-time league MVP LeBron James.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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As an iconic component of downtown infrastructure, the skyway network cannot be separated from broader discussions about the revitalization of downtown.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
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Last week, the House did pass legislation to extend the expired subsidies, and negotiations have moved to the Senate.—
Blake Farmer,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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While the possibility of another strike exists if negotiations fail in the future, both sides say no one wants to repeat what happened.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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But there are real reasons to back the Bears beyond supporting Ben’s bad-boy banter.—
Toby Mergler,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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Aside from the duo’s adorable banter, we were captivated by the cozy atmosphere both actors created thanks to some gold wall sconces in their respective homes.—
Esme Benjamin,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Though Andrea — initially convicted of capital murder — was ultimately found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a mental health facility, debate over what drove her actions continues to this day.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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The 2025-26 NBA season is in full swing, renewing the long-running debate over the league’s greatest player.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Rasmussen said the working group planned to meet over the coming weeks in a bid to find a compromise.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
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Picking up to-go food from the local Chinese spot or even Chipotle was once the compromise between cooking at home and sitting down at a restaurant.—
Allyson Reedy,
Denver Post,
14 Jan. 2026
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The action flows, the badinage is fast and fun.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
28 Aug. 2025
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Each bus has a pair of hosts, whose badinage is corny but crowd-pleasing.—
Patricia Marx,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
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As a newcomer to composing and arranging for strings, Simon benefitted greatly by working with a group readily available for consultation and collaboration.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Oscar-winning actor attributed much of his weight-loss transformation to completely removing gluten, a protein found naturally in grains including wheat, rye and barley, from his diet with the consultation of his doctor.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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If that means being the frequent butt of jokes for his age, that's fine, too.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Try to ski with a friend, who might distract me with a story or a joke.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
9 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Give-and-take.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/give-and-take. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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