Meaning & use
negotiation
A formal discussion between people trying to reach an agreement, especially in business or politics.
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The negotiation over salary lasted nearly two hours before both sides agreed.
Peace negotiations between the two countries resumed after a brief pause.
A note on using this word
Negotiation implies give-and-take between parties with different interests, unlike a simple discussion or a one-sided demand.
Words with a similar meaning
bargainingtalks
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