concession

noun

kən-ˈse-shən How to pronounce concession (audio)
Definition of concessionnext
1
as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement when trying to get a raise in your salary, it's good to know the art of concession

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2
as in admission
an open declaration of something (as a fault or the commission of an offense) about oneself an abject concession of guilt from the governor is the only thing that will save her political career

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3
as in privilege
something granted as a special favor a concession to sell their T-shirts at the village fair

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Recent Examples of concession During these calls, RealPage employees collected data on occupancy rates, floor plans, rent levels, concessions, and a slew of other details about owners, managers, and properties. — Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026 Attendees can enjoy one free hot dog and a bag of popcorn, with additional concessions available at discounts of up to 50%. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026 According to the latest data from Redfin, nearly 45% of sellers made some kind of concession to land a buyer in August. — Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026 Charlotte made some concessions, said airport CFO Michael Hill. — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for concession
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  1. negotiation
  2. admission
  3. privilege
  4. compromise
  5. confession
Noun
  • The European Composer and Songwriter Alliance helps fill that gap, uniting national associations to lobby policymakers and guide young composers through contracts and negotiations.
    — Ben Croll, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Trade negotiations between the United States and Mexico have reached an impasse after months of talks between officials about a deal to reduce duties on critical imports from beyond the southern border.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of negotiation
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  • People went through the admission and security checkpoints without issues, and the event’s early evening acts enjoyed mostly dry stages with light, intermittent rain.
    — Isabel Rivera, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The Houthis are demanding that Saudi Arabia lift its blockade, which would be an admission of defeat in the long-running war and pave the way for even more extensive Iranian aid to the rebels.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of admission
Noun
  • Advertisement The revolution still to come At the heart of the French Revolution of 1789 was the abolition of the privileges of the aristocracy and clergy.
    — Nicholas Bequelin, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Ah, to be a jaded 13-year-old who’s not always aware of his privilege.
    — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of privilege
Noun
  • But for those who understand the unique driving experience that a 911 offers, the alternatives quickly start to feel like compromises rather than upgrades.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Rand said the application proposes demolishing the building at this time, but calls it a very early first step and adds that the owner is open to a compromise.
    — Gio Insignares, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of compromise
Noun
  • The novel’s first pages find Helen reeling, following Pablo’s confession of his love for her.
    — Leslie Camhi, New Yorker, 16 Oct. 2026
  • At the time, failing to answer an accusation was treated as a confession, and the jury returned a guilty verdict.
    — Jennifer Byrne, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2026
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