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Definition sop in British English

sop noun

[singular] noun
/sɒp/
1

something that you give to someone to make them stop opposing you, causing trouble for you, or asking for something more valuable

Example

They keep their petrol cheap as a sop to public opinion.

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Definition sop in British English