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negotiation

[ni-goh-shee-ey-shuhn, -see-] / nɪˌgoʊ ʃiˈeɪ ʃən, -si- /


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Tijerina responded that if the motion carried, it would only start the negotiation process, before noting how unusual it was to re-rank proposals for a contract like this.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

The Director’s Guild of America has struck a tentative deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, completing the negotiation cycle for Hollywood’s major unions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The proposals require negotiation and approval by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Bakersfield City Hall, the local police headquarters, nearby buildings and multiple roads were closed during the hostage situation, as the police department's negotiation team began contacting the suspect via telephone.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

I summoned the male sergeant, who, given the din and the insults, was in no mood for a negotiation.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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