Split The Difference

B2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of split the difference

compromise
meet halfway
share the difference

Antonyms of split the difference

stand firm
refuse to compromise
be stubborn

Collocations of split the difference

split the difference
Frequency: 80 %

After negotiating, they agreed to split the difference and meet halfway on the price.

split the bill
Frequency: 70 %

When dining out with friends, it's common to split the bill evenly.

split the cost
Frequency: 60 %

They decided to split the cost of the vacation to make it more affordable.

split second
Frequency: 50 %

He made a split second decision that changed the course of his life.

split hairs
Frequency: 45 %

There's no need to split hairs over minor details, let's focus on the main issue.

Idiomatic Expressions for split the difference

  • Phrase: let's split the difference
    Meaning: suggesting a compromise where each party gives up something to reach an agreement
    Usage: After hours of debate, someone suggested, 'Let's split the difference and find a solution we can all agree on.'