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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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His comments come shortly after Washington signed a deal with Kyiv to share the profits of Ukraine's rare earth minerals in return for future US security assistance.

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While it does not specify security support that Washington is willing to provide in return, it states that the deal is "a tangible demonstration of the United States of America's support for Ukraine's security".

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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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