- present participle of bargain.
bargaining
Example Sentences
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“These services should not be treated as bargaining chips in budget negotiations.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
"It is crucial that content publishers, including news organisations, have appropriate bargaining power over how their content is used," said CMA Chief Executive Sarah Cardell.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Petersen said another round of bargaining was scheduled for Wednesday but he was not hopeful a resolution would be reached.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
But there are concerns in Taipei over Washington's commitment after Trump recently suggested arms sales to the island could be a bargaining chip with China.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The woman drew a long breath and the Nolans girded themselves for bargaining.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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