1
as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
when trying to get a raise in your salary, it's good to know the art of concession
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2
as in admission
an open declaration of something (as a fault or the commission of an offense) about oneself
an abject concession of guilt from the governor is the only thing that will save her political career
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as in privilege
something granted as a special favor
a concession to sell their T-shirts at the village fair
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Recent Examples of concession
But the only concessions America appeared to get from China was a roll-back on Chinese tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers put in place since April 2.
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David Goldman, CNN Money, 21 May 2025
Concrete economic and diplomatic concessions that increase China’s benefits from maintaining the status quo and credibly convey benign U.S. intent would be effective reassurances.
—Oriana Skylar Mastro, Foreign Affairs, 20 May 2025
But the limited scope and occasionally stingy terms of these deals, both of which required painful concessions, attest to Britain’s diminished position in the post-Brexit era.
—Mark Landler, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed no concessions were made, though a safe corridor was provided.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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David Goldman, CNN Money, 21 May 2025
Concrete economic and diplomatic concessions that increase China’s benefits from maintaining the status quo and credibly convey benign U.S. intent would be effective reassurances.
—Oriana Skylar Mastro, Foreign Affairs, 20 May 2025
But the limited scope and occasionally stingy terms of these deals, both of which required painful concessions, attest to Britain’s diminished position in the post-Brexit era.
—Mark Landler, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed no concessions were made, though a safe corridor was provided.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concession
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President Trump said Sunday that the U.S. will delay implementation of a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union until July 9 to buy time for negotiations with the bloc.—
Seung Min Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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Also, after the 2026 season, complicated negotiations for a new labor agreement could lead to a work stoppage.—
Charley Walters,
Twin Cities,
25 May 2025
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The bandmembers, by their own admission, have focused heavily on group activities until now, even though several of them have also put out solo releases over the past decade.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2025
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Hernandez was in the U.S. without admission or parole.—
Landon Mion , Brooke Taylor,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2025
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But here the focus is on a Black family grappling both with the burdens and privileges of a father’s unique legacy and the difficulty of adapting to changing times and new frontiers of political struggle.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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Calling the pressure of ending the 18-game losing streak a privilege, López led the Twins to a 3-1 victory in the wild-card opener against Toronto and followed it with a dominant seven innings in Houston for a second-round win.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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Eventually, a compromise was struck and the England international will now move with immediate effect.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Best Sleeper Sofa Pottery Barn Shasta Reversible Chaise Sleeper Sectional Specs Hosting guests in a small space requires some compromise, but any consummate host knows that good hospitality doesn’t come in the form of a saggy air mattress.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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That is, the rule that when a priest hears a confession, it cannot be shared.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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The confessions were finally given on May 31, 1924, after Leopold's glasses were found next to Franks' body at 121st Street and the Pennsylvania railroad tracks.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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“Concession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concession. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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