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.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026
He’s smart enough to know the NHL’s giveback on tape falls short of total victory for communities that just last season benefitted from seeing their colors worn by players on the ice.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 25, 2023
The giveback, which still needs approval from the full board, would amount to $690 per student and cost the university $7.5 million.
From Washington Post • Sep. 15, 2022
“A huge part of OTR’s branding is our giveback program,” Cox says.
From Slate • Jul. 16, 2020
So light and air is the big giveback.
From New York Times • Jul. 7, 2015
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