1
as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
a give-and-take about what we should do Saturday night
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
negotiating the terms of the deal will require some give-and-take on both sides
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in banter
good-natured teasing or exchanging of clever remarks
enjoyed the flirty give-and-take between the two romantic lead characters
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of give-and-take
Far from rejecting transactional diplomacy, regional leaders crave genuine give-and-take relationships in which their priorities receive consideration.
—
Matias Spektor, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
By early March, that give-and-take seemed to enter a critical stage.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
By early March, that give-and-take seemed to enter a critical stage.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
This is a time to reflect on the financial or emotional give-and-take in your one-on-one connections.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for give-and-take
Matias Spektor, Foreign Affairs, 1 Apr. 2025
By early March, that give-and-take seemed to enter a critical stage.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
By early March, that give-and-take seemed to enter a critical stage.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
This is a time to reflect on the financial or emotional give-and-take in your one-on-one connections.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for give-and-take
Recent Examples of Synonyms for give-and-take
Noun
-
Similar discussions are occurring in more than a dozen states, including Maryland, Illinois, California, New York, Minnesota and Colorado, according to interviews with organizers and recordings of the meetings.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
31 May 2025
-
Jack Lang Botafogo Another Brazilian side who have no interest in, and have had no discussions over, signing Ronaldo.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
Noun
-
President Trump said Sunday that the U.S. will delay implementation of a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union until July 9 to buy time for negotiations with the bloc.—
Seung Min Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
-
Also, after the 2026 season, complicated negotiations for a new labor agreement could lead to a work stoppage.—
Charley Walters,
Twin Cities,
25 May 2025
Noun
-
Despite the verve of the film, there’s no there there — just an exercise in quippy banter and witty violence that works well enough to remind you of better movies.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
-
Friendly banter and jokes were flying around the Loons’ dressing room after a dramatic 3-2 win over St. Louis City in the U.S. Open Cup round of 16 on Wednesday at Allianz Field.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
22 May 2025
Noun
-
The future of the square has been a subject of heated debate.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
-
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
Noun
-
Best Sleeper Sofa Pottery Barn Shasta Reversible Chaise Sleeper Sectional Specs Hosting guests in a small space requires some compromise, but any consummate host knows that good hospitality doesn’t come in the form of a saggy air mattress.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
-
Eventually, a compromise was struck and the England international will now move with immediate effect.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Noun
-
Each bus has a pair of hosts, whose badinage is corny but crowd-pleasing.—
Patricia Marx,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
-
In The Kitchen, Wesker tracked the decorum from friendly badinage to hostile vernacular that co-workers sustain just to get through the day.—
Armond White,
National Review,
30 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
The same guidelines should apply to consultations with AI.—
Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
-
The next consultations can be scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. June 7.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
Noun
-
The vibes are confusing, the itinerary is unclear, and Drew—ever the queen of chaos—jokes that naked bears might be involved.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
25 May 2025
-
Think light beer, string lights, pizza, a cake with a callback to a joke from the show on it.—
Kelly Stout,
Rolling Stone,
25 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Give-and-take.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/give-and-take. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share