in return
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“Yes, you have to. The Rowans are having hard times, and they could use some building up. Now, Eulie’s proud and she’ll want to give you something in return. Just take whatever she offers.”
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“Not yet! But she looked after their babies while they worked, and in return they were training her.”
From Literature
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The Commerce Department recently announced a $1.3 billion loan and $277 million in direct funding for USA Rare Earth, in return for an equity stake and warrants that are worth about 10% of the company.
"Of course, in return, we expect sanctions lifting. So, that deal is possible. Let's do not talk about impossible things."
From Barron's
He wanted to give the unicorn something: some kind of gift in return for its trust.
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