at variance

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to bargain

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bargaining

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bargaining chip

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bargaining power

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difference

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different

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to discuss

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discussion

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The origin of the idiom "drive a hard bargain" is uncertain, but it is believed to have been used since the late 17th century. It likely originated from the idea of a merchant or trader driving a hard bargain, or pushing for better terms, in order to maximize their profit. The phrase has since been widely used in both business and personal contexts to describe someone who negotiates aggressively and vigorously.

What is the origin of the idiom "drive a hard bargain" and when to use it?

to [drive|strike] a hard bargain

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to go against

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to hammer out

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inconsistently

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inconsistent

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to hash out

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to hold out

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horse trading

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negotiable

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to negotiate

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negotiation

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out of keeping with

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out of kilter

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The origin of the idiom "out of whack" is not definitively known, but it likely emerged from the idea of a mechanical device being misaligned or malfunctioning. The phrase is used to describe a state of disorder, imbalance, or dysfunction, wherein something is not functioning or operating as it should.

What is the origin of the idiom "out of whack" and when to use it?

out of whack

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parley

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to parley

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red line

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dialogue

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the negotiating table

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to talk over

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Here you will learn some English words related to discussion and contradiction such as "parley", "negotiate", and "dialog".

Discussion and Contradiction

English Words for "Discussion and Contradiction"