CEFR B2

concession

noun

Meaning

A thing granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise.

Examples

The government made several concessions to the protesters, including a review of the new policy.
To reach an agreement, both sides had to make significant concessions during the peace talks.

Synonyms: compromise, allowance, adjustment, acquiescence

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concession (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /kənˈsɛʃən/

Definition

A thing granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise.

Examples

The government made several concessions to the protesters, including a review of the new policy.
To reach an agreement, both sides had to make significant concessions during the peace talks.
The manager offered a small concession, allowing employees to leave an hour early on Fridays.

How to Use concession

concession to (prepositional phrase): A thing granted to someone or something. — "The company made a concession to its employees by increasing their benefits."
concession from (prepositional phrase): A thing obtained from someone or something. — "We managed to get a significant concession from the supplier on the bulk order."
concession stand (collocation): A place where refreshments are sold, especially at an event. — "The children rushed to the concession stand to buy candy at the fair."

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