a quid pro quo

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a quid pro quo (formal)

something that you do for someone or give to someone when they have agreed to do something for you

Usage notes: This is a Latin phrase which means 'something for something'.

(often + for ) The government's commitment to release political prisoners is a quid pro quo for the suspension of armed struggle by the rebels.

See also: pro, quid

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