renegotiate

as in to negotiate
to discuss the details of (a formal agreement) again especially in order to change them They want to renegotiate the lease on their apartment.

Related Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of renegotiate Democrats are also pushing to renegotiate some of the changes made to Medicaid in the budget bill. Simon F. Haeder, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025 As part of that process, the company renegotiated TV rights deals with partner leagues and teams to try to rein in costs. Evan Drellich, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025 While the savings from the pay cut are a drop in the bucket in addressing the city’s deficit, Salinas said the concessions are an act of good faith as officials prepare to renegotiate contracts with the city’s labor unions ahead of further budget cuts this fall. Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025 That league plans on renegotiating its media rights at the end of the 2028 season. Alex Sherman, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for renegotiate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renegotiate
Verb
  • The White House has not yet negotiated lower prices on IVF drugs from other manufacturers.
    Aria Bendix, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The only long-term solution — in my view — is a Palestinian state in Gaza and the West Bank whose borders are negotiated with Israel.
    Thomas L. Friedman, Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Harrison’s nomination came after his time on General Hospital concluded in 2024.
    Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
  • The initial analysis, concluded on August 8, 2025, confirmed the skull was that of an adult, but could not provide further conclusive information.
    Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 17 Oct. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Renegotiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renegotiate. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!