Negotiate
/nɪˈɡoʊʃieɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To confer or bargain with another party to reach a mutual agreement or settlement.
The parties negotiated the terms of the contract for several weeks.
Forms
- negotiates
- negotiated
- negotiating
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Commentary
In legal contexts, negotiation emphasizes mutual communication and consent without judicial intervention; clarity in terms helps prevent disputes.
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