haggle

Example Sentences

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I snagged the seats, breaking into a sweat over the cost but hopeful I could haggle with United later about who would pay for it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

In short: months and months of talking, as party leaders try to form a workable coalition and haggle over a government programme palatable to all sides.

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

Through the ship’s computer, Mother, The Company directs them to investigate a transmission from, yes, a derelict alien vessel, prompting the coworkers to haggle over bonuses and hazard pay.

From Salon • Jul. 4, 2025

"Europeans got what they wanted first, and then we had a haggle from a weak position."

From BBC • May 15, 2025

Boatmen unloaded baskets of wares for customers who would come later in the evening to haggle over prices in the nearby market.

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins