negotiation

Idioms (10)

• term sheet Neutral · CEFR C1
  a non-binding summary of the key terms of a proposed investment
• ballpark figure Informal · CEFR B1
  a rough estimate, not an exact number
• put something on the table Neutral · CEFR B1
  to offer something for consideration in a discussion or negotiation
• call someone's bluff Neutral · CEFR C1
  to challenge someone to prove that their threat or claim is real
• hold all the cards Neutral · CEFR C1
  to be in a position of complete control in a negotiation
• valuation gap Neutral · CEFR C1
  the difference between the price a seller believes something is worth and what a buyer will pay
• play hardball Neutral · CEFR C1
  to negotiate or compete aggressively, without compromise
• lay your cards on the table Neutral · CEFR C1
  to be completely honest about your intentions or position
• meet someone halfway Neutral · CEFR B2
  to compromise with someone
• give and take Neutral · CEFR B2
  mutual compromise in which each side makes concessions