giveback
Americannoun
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(in union negotiations) a reduction in employee wages or benefits conceded by a union in exchange for other benefits or in recognition of depressed economic conditions.
Givebacks have not slowed the number of shutdowns.
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something returned, rebated, etc..
Givebacks to dealers have increased car sales.
Etymology
Origin of giveback
First recorded in 1975–80; noun use of verb phrase give back
Example Sentences
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Markets go up and down; it is easier to ride out a downturn when you realize the giveback is but a small percentage of the recent gains.
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“Markets,” Ritholtz wrote, “go up and down; it is easier to ride out a downturn when you realize the giveback is but a small percentage of the recent gains.”
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Proceeds from the new recording of “Home Sweet Home” benefit Covenant House, the nonprofit with which the band has partnered for nearly 20 years through its Mötley Crüe Giveback Initiative.
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NASA’s giveback was worth nearly $76 billion in economic impact in 2023, supporting more than 300,000 jobs.
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The city would need to negotiate any giveback, which would likely require concessions on its end.
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