give-and-takes

noun

Definition of give-and-takesnext
plural of give-and-take
1
as in discussions
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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2
as in negotiations
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for give-and-takes
  1. discussions
  2. negotiations
  3. consultations
  4. conversations
  5. deliberations
Noun
  • That was essential in all our discussions with potential investors.
    Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Today, Emerging Fund finds itself as a co-investor in some of its portfolio companies with team owners, and some of its portfolio companies are in discussions to locate in stadium-adjacent real estate projects.
    Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of discussions
Noun
  • Advertisement The Animation Guild’s executive board disputed any notion that the deal lacks support, saying in a statement that more than 90% of the negotiations committee table team backed the tentative agreement and recommend ratification.
    Wendy Lee, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The prime minister refrained from providing specifics on the potential negotiations, leaving questions about the participants, location and timeline unanswered.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of negotiations
Noun
  • This tier provides personalized consultations, relocation guides and resources, as well as workshops on mental wellness, self-care and cultural adjustment.
    Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • In a hospital setting, patients often undergo numerous diagnostic procedures, including lab tests, imaging and specialist consultations, which drive up the cost of care.
    Jiang Li, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of consultations
Noun
  • It is set up to support staff in conversations with both customers and teammates.
    Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Multi-stage interviews and extended conversations in real working atmospheres ensure mutual understanding and passion alignment.
    Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of conversations
Noun
  • Both officials requested anonymity to discuss the ongoing internal deliberations.
    SARAH EL DEEB, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Over the first two days of deliberations, jurors sent several notes to the court requesting to review video evidence and rehear parts of the jury instructions and testimony during the trial.
    Gloria Pazmino, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of deliberations
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Thesaurus Entries Near give-and-takes

give-and-take

give-and-takes

give away

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“Give-and-takes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/give-and-takes. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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