give-and-take also give and take (g v  n-t k)n. 1. The practice of compromise. 2. Lively exchange of ideas or conversation: "the raucous give and take of American democracy" (Charles Kuralt). |
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| Verb | 1. | give and take - make mutual concessions; "In life you have to give and take" compromise - make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; "nobody will get everything he wants; we all must compromise" |
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