Thesaurus results for GIVE-AND-TAKE

give-and-take

noun

ˌgiv-ən-ˈtāk

Definition of give-and-take

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 That give-and-take without keeping score keeps the relationship strong. — Amy Morin, CNBC, 19 July 2026 In a strategic give-and-take, North Korea reaffirmed its support of China over the Taiwan issue, Ban said. — ABC News, 9 June 2026 This is the give in the give-and-take relationship between DOJ and its online audience. — Quinta Jurecic, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026 There’s a give-and-take, and some parts of the deal turn out to be better or worse than expected. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for give-and-take

Recent Examples of Synonyms for give-and-take

Noun

California lawmakers began a discussion Thursday about removing the cap on the state’s $750 million incentive for film and TV production, while acknowledging that such a move would face budget hurdles.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026
Messages recovered from a defendant’s phone included a photograph with the child and discussions about a connecting flight to Houston.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of discussion

Noun

When negotiations began, many firefighters viewed the contract as an opportunity to address departures and improve retention.

— Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
The independent dispute resolution system, or IDR, created under the No Surprises Act, was an arbitration process intended to serve as a last-ditch safeguard when negotiations between insurers and providers failed.

— Christian Swann, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of negotiation

Noun

The banter, which evokes some of the elbow-nudging comedy of Culture Clash, seems to excite Alfaro more than his plot, which languishes until the play’s final stretch.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
The camaraderie and banter in this last scene, particularly between Heather and Lisa, fill me with so much joy.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of banter

Noun

Essential California asked the bishop about his letter and the church’s role in the immigration debate while checking in with a couple of Catholic scholars who offered their perspectives.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
This seems like a perfectly reasonable debate/dialogue/deliberation to have without everybody--well, most bodies--running for the exits.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of debate

Noun

But neither the United States nor Iran would need to make direct concessions to the other, and each would avoid the most painful compromises.

— ALLISON MINOR, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2026
What kind of agreements and compromises that would entail remains uncertain.

— Ilan Ben Zion, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of compromise

Noun

The speed and clarity with which Cruise delivers that monologue extends to his interactions with his co-stars in scenes that recall the whip-smart comedies of Preston Sturges in their fast badinage.

— Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2026
Left on their own, boisterous badinage between old school British thespian Shaw and giggly, hyper-ventilating wannabe movie star Dreyfuss has taken hold.

— Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026

Definition of badinage

Noun

The store features eyewear displays and consultation areas, a dedicated space for eye examinations, an on-site workshop for lens fittings and adjustments, and a VIP area.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Then a five-minute pitch turned into a half-four consultation.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of consultation

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