exercise in compromise

As it turns out, shopping for a combo recorder is an exercise in compromise.

But this exercise in compromise had its limits.

Fortunately vigorous campaigning stayed the planners but, always, management will be an exercise in compromise.'

Due to the range of factors in play, getting a guitar to sound in tune is an exercise in compromise.

The elegant toastmasters believed "diplomacy is an exercise in compromise," and that "compromise is the goal."

Thus, Mr. Cemka added, "Because of its unique character, Auschwitz is largely an exercise in compromise."

The grueling negotiations were a classic exercise in compromise, and a few main issues remained in dispute after negotiators declared late on Wednesday that they had outlined a deal.

Tread compound development is an exercise in compromise, as hard compounds have long wear characteristics but poor traction whereas soft compounds have good traction but poor wear characteristics.

The New Jersey Senate today passed a bill aimed at turning contract disputes between municipalities and their police officers and firefighters into an exercise in compromise rather than a game of winner take all.

Despite the video wall, it showed the convention to be a rather old-fashioned exercise in compromise, where representatives of all regions, races and ethnic groups were invited to speak their piece, often without regard to oratorical ability.