negotiate
/nəˈɡoʊʃieɪt/
verb
- To discuss something in order to reach an agreement, especially in business or politics.
- We need to negotiate the terms of the contract before signing.
- The two countries are negotiating a new trade deal.
- She successfully negotiated a higher salary for herself.
- To successfully get past or through a difficult place or situation.
- The driver carefully negotiated the sharp curve on the mountain road.
- He had to negotiate a series of obstacles to reach the finish line.
- The ship negotiated the narrow channel with the help of a pilot.
- To transfer or sell a financial document, such as a check or bond, to another person for value.
- The company negotiated the promissory note to raise quick cash.
- You can negotiate a check at any bank branch.
- She negotiated the bond through her broker.