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Concessions Meaning in English

word · lemma: concession

kənˈsɛʃənz
kuhn-SESH-uhnz
kənsˈɛʃənz
kuhn-SESH-uhnz

释义

Concessions are things you give up, allow, or offer to reach an agreement, or special rights or discounts given to certain people.

用法与细微差别

Common in negotiations, politics, or businesses—often used with 'make' (make concessions). Also refers to discounted prices (student/senior concessions) or stands selling food/drinks at events (concession stand). Not to be confused with 'confessions.'

例句

The two countries made several concessions to sign the peace agreement.

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Senior citizens get concessions on bus fares.

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The company offered concessions to end the strike.

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Don’t expect many concessions from them—they’re tough negotiators.

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We can get popcorn at the concessions stand before the movie starts.

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After hours of debate, both sides finally agreed on some small concessions.

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