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as in exchange
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another
after the usual back-and-forth of official gifts, the two leaders entered into a serious discussion
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the others listened with relish to the back-and-forth between the two noted professors
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Recent Examples of back-and-forth
The process is a back-and-forth dialog between inner thoughts, observation and the language of color, shape, light, pattern, composition and more.
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
And now, that back-and-forth has resulted in a standstill.
—Meg Anderson, NPR, 23 May 2025
After a contentious week of back-and-forth dissing, most think Bada$$ has held his own against the onslaught of disses.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 23 May 2025
After more than a year of back-and-forth between UC San Diego and the California Coastal Commission, a hearing to determine the fate of public access to La Jolla’s Scripps Coastal Reserve may finally be in sight.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2025
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
And now, that back-and-forth has resulted in a standstill.
—Meg Anderson, NPR, 23 May 2025
After a contentious week of back-and-forth dissing, most think Bada$$ has held his own against the onslaught of disses.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 23 May 2025
After more than a year of back-and-forth between UC San Diego and the California Coastal Commission, a hearing to determine the fate of public access to La Jolla’s Scripps Coastal Reserve may finally be in sight.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for back-and-forth
Noun
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In France for the world premiere of Lee’s new film, Washington pointed his finger, spoke animatedly and clasped the arm of the photographer, who smiled his way through the exchange.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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The crypto exchange didn’t pay and is instead offering the same amount for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the hackers.—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The free site features job listings as well as mental health resources, discussion boards, and networking events.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Just in time for Roland Garros, where the main draw begins May 25, ‘The Tennis Podcast’ is bringing its insightful analysis and engaging discussions to The Athletic Podcast Network.—
The Athletic Tennis Staff,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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The future of the square has been a subject of heated debate.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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After a lengthy debate, the three moderates picked up two votes in their effort to delay those changes, not enough to win the day.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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One of the best ways to understand the entire process is to schedule a consultation and review your finances with a professional.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The next consultation day is from 9 to 11 a.m. May 17.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Through Safe in the Seat’s free car seat finder tool, online courses, helpful videos, personalized consults, and daily doses of safety tips and tricks, Michelle is empowering caregivers to keep their most precious cargo safe in the seat.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Doctors admitted him to the hospital and ordered a neurology consult and imaging.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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My biggest goal with this film is to start conversation.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
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That will give you an accurate sense of whether psychological safety is improving—or if the conversation is going in circles. 2.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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Europe is ready to advance talks swiftly and decisively.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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June's tearful talk with her mom is followed by an equally emotional exchange with her husband.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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“Back-and-forth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/back-and-forth. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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