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Idioms and Phrases

Also, in return for . In repayment or reciprocation for something, as in I did her many favors and got nothing in return , or In return for your patience, I promise to do a really good job . [c. 1600]
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And in return how much you’ve loved your wife and kids.

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Germany's defence minister has warned Ukraine not to agree to a deal which involves sweeping territorial concessions in return for a ceasefire with Russia.

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Iran has said it is open to curbs on its nuclear programme in return for sanctions easing but has insisted it will not stop enriching uranium.

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But when Snead later traded to the Atlanta Falcons what for the Rams was a fairly meaningless No. 26 pick, the Rams stunningly received in return a No. 1 pick in 2026.

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He theorises that Trump could also try to pressure Latin America to reduce China's footprint in the region in return for favourable treatment.

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