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Lyons said it had "compromised the perception of our public libraries as a welcoming and inclusive space for all as set out in the Libraries NI policy".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

An investigation was focused on whether his conduct had compromised China’s national security, according to the Journal.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 27, 2024

The report said Qin was cooperating with the investigation, which was now focused on whether the affair or Qin's conduct had compromised China's national security.

From Reuters • Sep. 19, 2023

It became clear that it was not safe for operations to continue, as the mix-up had compromised authorities’ ability to respond to injured firefighters, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2023

Mr. Hawkins, the deputy head who had compromised with it at once, was confirmed as successor to the old headmaster, who had disappeared.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman