Synonyms of quid pro quos

quid pro quos

noun

plural of quid pro quo

as in exchanges

a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another

in politics nobody does something for nothing: there's always a quid pro quo involved

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exchanges
• trucks
• swaps
• dealings
• dickers
• trades
• barters
• trade-offs
• commutations
• deals
• substitutions
• horse trades
• bargains
• transactions
• replacements
• negotiations
• back-and-forths
• reciprocations
• logrollings
• requitals
• recompenses

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of quid pro quos

But that excuse was roundly derided, given that CBS owner Paramount Global was in the process of being acquired by Skydance, and needed government approval from an administration that has frequently demanded quid pro quos. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026

While lobbying can help strengthen relationships with legislators, outright quid pro quos are not allowed, experts told IndyStar. — Marissa Meador, IndyStar, 21 Aug. 2025