chaffer

Example Sentences

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There appraisers sit with ancient scales, chaffer to the utmost kran,* seal their purchase with a solemn glass of tea.

From Time Magazine Archive

There was a business chaffer, and the affair was virtually settled.

From Despair's Last Journey by Murray, David Christie

After a long chaffer, seller and buyer finally reached an agreement.

From The Brass Bell or, The Chariot of Death by De Leon, Solon

"Keep your chaffer still, won't 'ee!" snarled the other.

From Our Admirable Betty A Romance by Farnol, Jeffery

The hubbub and chaffer of it all went on the day long.

From The Heart of Unaga by Cullum, Ridgwell