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Haggle

Definition

(informal) To engage in prolonged and often heated negotiations, typically over the price of something, in an attempt to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Characterized by a back-and-forth exchange of offers and counter-offers, with each party trying to gain the upper hand. Often used in contexts where the stakes are high or the outcome is uncertain.

Example Sentences

1The two companies have been haggling over the terms of the merger for months, with neither side willing to give in.
2After haggling with the vendor for what felt like hours, we finally agreed on a price for the antique furniture.
3The union representatives are haggling with management over wages and benefits, trying to secure a better deal for their members.
4The art of haggling is a delicate one, requiring a combination of charm, persistence, and strategic thinking.
5In some cultures, haggling is an integral part of the shopping experience, with customers and vendors engaging in a ritualistic dance of offers and counter-offers.

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