Synonyms of negotiations

negotiations

noun

plural of negotiation

as in compromises

the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement

it will take some negotiation, but I think we can get each side to agree to a cease-fire

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compromises
• concessions
• accommodations
• consensuses
• bargains
• agreements
• settlements
• give-and-takes
• deals
• mediations
• treaties
• understandings
• arrangements
• haggles
• horse trades
• concurrences
• accords

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of negotiations

Qatar supplied the money with Israel’s approval, even as Israeli officials publicly criticized Doha for financing Hamas, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 18 Oct. 2026

The European Composer and Songwriter Alliance helps fill that gap, uniting national associations to lobby policymakers and guide young composers through contracts and negotiations. — Ben Croll, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026

But there are uncertainties ahead, including MLB labor negotiations, which will address the contentious question of a player salary cap and could result in a prolonged work stoppage in 2027. — Sacbee.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Trade negotiations between the United States and Mexico have reached an impasse after months of talks between officials about a deal to reduce duties on critical imports from beyond the southern border. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Nurses at Allegheny General Hospital voted overwhelmingly on Thursday to authorize a strike, if necessary, during contract negotiations with Allegheny Health Network, citing concerns about staffing, retention and benefits. — Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026

Kushner has defended his private sector connections as having enabled the United States to gain leverage and breakthroughs in tense negotiations. — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026

The airport will give a public presentation Monday updating the City Council on the latest details to come out of the negotiations. — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Oct. 2026

The secretary of state said the negotiations must involve all sectors of Venezuelan society and ultimately produce not only free elections but also institutions capable of sustaining democracy over the long term. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026