Grammar fix
compromise
accept less to agree
To accept less than you wanted so that everyone can agree.
How oftenVery common
LevelB1
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
We had to compromise on the location because neither city suited everyone.
I share a flat with two friends, and we've had to compromise a lot. I wanted the living room quiet after ten, and we settled on eleven.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: compromise with the price
Say: compromise on the price
Use 'compromise on' for the issue or thing being negotiated.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Each side gives a little to agree
How formalConversationalNeutral
meet someone halfwayFriendly, conversational: each side gives up something.find middle groundFind a position both sides can accept.
compromiseYou're here · Accept less than you wanted so both sides can agree.