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Compromise on Meaning in English

expression

ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KAHM-pruh-myz ON
kˈɒmpɹəmˌaɪz/ /ˈɒn
KOM-pruh-myz ON

释义

To accept something less than you want in order to reach an agreement, especially by giving up some demands or qualities.

用法与细微差别

Common in discussions, negotiations, and relationships. Often followed by a noun: 'compromise on quality,' 'compromise on price.' Implies reluctantly giving up a preference for a deal. Not used for moral principles ('compromise one's principles' is more typical there).

例句

We cannot compromise on safety.

basic

He refused to compromise on his values.

basic

They had to compromise on the price to finalize the deal.

basic

I’m not willing to compromise on my dreams just to please others.

natural

Sometimes you have to compromise on little things to keep the peace.

natural

We can find a solution as long as neither side has to compromise on what really matters.

natural