Drive/strike a hard bargain

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verb

To negotiate in a determined way to get favorable terms or a good price.

Though the seller was asking a high price for the house, John managed to drive a hard bargain and bought it at a much less price.
Visual representation of "drive/strike a hard bargain" - To negotiate in a determined way to get favorable terms or a good price.

Often appears as...

  • drive a hard bargain in business
  • strike a hard bargain in negotiations

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Idiomatic

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Negotiation Skill

This phrase suggests someone is skilled at negotiating to get what they want.

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Despite the initial high prices, Mary knew how to strike a hard bargain and got the car for her budget.
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Resolute Approach

Implying a firm and sometimes slightly aggressive negotiating method.

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He's respected at the market because he drives a hard bargain and never wavers.
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Not Always Positive

Can imply being difficult in negotiations, which might be viewed as negative.

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The vendor found it exhausting that the customer always struck a hard bargain over minimal discounts.
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