as in deals
to talk over or dispute the terms of a purchase
I horse-traded with the painter: I did his tax returns, and he did my kitchen
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The Supreme Court’s decision deals a devastating blow to beneficiaries of TPS holders in South Florida, the heart of the Haitian community in the United States.
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Amazon Prime Day is here (and running through June 26), meaning a boatload of Prime Day furniture deals on just about every type of seating and storage under the sun just dropped.
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The recent military action tested an initial agreement that was supposed to halt hostilities during 60 days of negotiations.
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Milei named Adorni as Cabinet chief last year, giving him huge influence over negotiations with governors and other stakeholders in Congress.
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Canada negotiates lower drug prices for all its citizens under its universal health care system.
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The fundraising comes as SpaceX negotiates to pay razor-thin fees to the Wall Street firms, though banks are still likely to rake in about $500 million.
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The case challenges the agency’s practice of holding noncitizens for sometimes days in facilities without a bed or other adequate accommodations.
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Our team ensures that every detail is handled seamlessly—from luxury accommodations and private yachts to VIP airport services, telehealth access, and discreet security solutions for those who require the highest level of privacy and convenience.
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The union usually bargains in the same year as performers’ union SAG-AFTRA and directors’ union the Directors Guild of America.
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One potential—though untested—workaround would be for conferences, which are private entities, to serve as a joint employer that bargains with a players’ union.
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At $799 during Kingbull's 2026 Anniversary Sale, the Ranger occupies a price category where riders often expect compromises.
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Madden says these documents are emblematic of the compromises that formed the American Revolution.
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“Horse-trades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horse-trades. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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