open to negotiation

phrase

: not finally decided and capable of being discussed in a usually formal way
The price is open to negotiation.

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Negotiate a settlement directly with the creditor Many creditors remain open to negotiation even after a judgment has been entered, so reaching out directly — or through a debt relief company — to propose a lower settlement amount could be a simple way to stop garnishment from happening this March. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026 Greenland’s leaders, however, have firmly rejected any suggestion the territory’s future or sovereignty is open to negotiation. — Ashley Carnahan, FOXNews.com, 18 Jan. 2026 Be open to negotiation and prepared to compromise on the final amount. — Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 21 June 2025 The White House says is still leaving the door open to negotiation with the university. — Michelle Watson, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025 However, not every country appears to be open to negotiation. — Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025

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“Open to negotiation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20to%20negotiation. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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