compromise
noun
a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by reciprocal modification of demands.
compromising
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present participleof compromise.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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“The most important thing is him being as healthy as possible, not compromising his swing, and kind of bet on that,” Roberts said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026
"These investments translate into high-speed connectivity, secure data analysis, and tech jobs for Ecuadorian workers, without compromising state security or user privacy," he said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
I hope I can retire earlier without compromising my lifestyle or long-term security.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
"We believe that these changes will... help dilute the effect of a mobilised block vote, without compromising fairness or trust," according to the letter, which was first reported by Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet, external.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Even my clothes were too compromising, I thought.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
