as in dealing
to talk over or dispute the terms of a purchase
unwilling to palter over the price of the car
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In the 2026 edition, FIFA is operating the tournament itself, dealing directly with host cities rather than through national federations.
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Some renters may face higher costs if Florida voters approve property tax cuts on the November ballot — dealing another blow to housing affordability, real estate experts say.
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Twice already, in November of 2025 and February of this year, the seven states involved in re-negotiating water rights and use along with the 100-year old treaty kicked the can down the road and failed to come to an agreement on water sharing.
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Now lawmakers and Newsom are negotiating further cuts.
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While bargaining with fantasy and forgiveness, the song lyrics shed light on the cost of having to ask, hope or wait for something that will never come.
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Hollywood’s actors and writers unions, after winning AI protections in bargaining with studios, remain concerned about the potential misuse of the tech.
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“Paltering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paltering. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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