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Drive a hard bargain

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To drive a hard bargain means to negotiate firmly and refuse to accept less than the best possible terms.

The phrase appeared in English trade and market language. Bargaining described the back and forth process of agreeing on a price.

The shop owner drives a hard bargain when buying antiques.

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