Strike A Bargain

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /straɪk ə ˈbɑrɡən/

Definitions of strike a bargain

noun a mutually beneficial agreement or deal

Example Sentences

A1 My parents always strike a bargain with the vendors at the market.

A2 The two countries were able to strike a bargain on the trade deal.

B1 After much negotiation, they were finally able to strike a bargain on the price of the house.

B2 The union and the company were able to strike a bargain on the new contract terms.

C1 The diplomats worked tirelessly to strike a bargain that would benefit both nations.

C2 The CEO was known for his ability to strike a bargain in even the toughest business negotiations.

verb to agree on a deal or arrangement, usually involving a compromise

Example Sentences

A1 They strike a bargain at the market for fresh fruits and vegetables.

A2 The two friends strike a bargain to share the cost of the movie tickets.

B1 After much negotiation, the company and the union were able to strike a bargain on the new contract.

B2 The real estate agent helped the buyer and seller strike a bargain on the price of the house.

C1 The diplomats worked tirelessly to strike a bargain that would bring peace to the region.

C2 The CEO was able to strike a bargain with the competitors that would benefit both companies in the long run.

Examples of strike a bargain in a Sentence

formal The two parties were able to strike a bargain after lengthy negotiations.

informal Let's see if we can strike a bargain on the price of this car.

slang I'm hoping to strike a bargain with the seller for that vintage jacket.

figurative Sometimes in life, you have to strike a bargain with yourself to achieve your goals.

Grammatical Forms of strike a bargain

past tense

struck

plural

strike bargains

comparative

more striking bargains

superlative

most striking bargains

present tense

strike a bargain

future tense

will strike a bargain

perfect tense

have struck a bargain

continuous tense

is striking a bargain

singular

strikes a bargain

positive degree

strike a good bargain

infinitive

to strike a bargain

gerund

striking a bargain

participle

having struck a bargain

Origin and Evolution of strike a bargain

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The phrase 'strike a bargain' originated from the Middle English word 'bargaynen' which means to haggle or make a deal.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the phrase 'strike a bargain' has evolved to mean to reach an agreement or make a deal with someone through negotiation or discussion.