Split the difference

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verb

To agree on a middle point between two amounts or values.

You want to sell it for $15 and I want to buy it for $10. Let's split the difference and agree on $12.50.
Visual representation of "split the difference" - To agree on a middle point between two amounts or values

Often appears as...

  • let's split the difference
  • split the difference and
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Negotiation Tool

Use it when bargaining or reaching a mutual agreement on price or terms.

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We couldn't decide on the sale price, so we decided to split the difference.
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Conflict Resolution

It helps avoid conflict by finding a solution that both sides can accept.

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To settle the argument, they agreed to split the difference on their starting times.
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Common Ground

It's about meeting halfway, often used when each side has opposing views or offers.

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They each had different plans for the holiday, so they split the difference and did a bit of both.
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