bargaining

Example Sentences

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Francis Gary Powers, the pilot, was captured by the Soviets and for two years was used as a Cold War bargaining chip.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Tehran could also be using it as a bargaining tool to pressure the wider Gulf region and its US ally, as diplomacy behind the scenes continues.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

But since the peak bargaining power they enjoyed in 2022, during major labor shortages, the trend has reversed.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

"Who can say the success of this fight won't give the competition the UFC needs and give bargaining power back to the fighters?" said Rousey.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

I’m never going to get the hang of bargaining.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan