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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The city would need to negotiate any giveback, which would likely require concessions on its end.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2025
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
It turned out Kareem, who left the game with a concussion while the play was being reviewed, was down at his 15-yard line, wiping away his giveback.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2021
“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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