Business Negotiation

noun something given or paid over and above what is due

adjective additional; extra

• Employees will receive a bonus at the end of the year based on their performance.
• I heard we might get a bonus for hitting our sales target this quarter.
• I can't believe I got a fat bonus for just showing up to work on time.
• Finding a parking spot right in front of the store was like a bonus after a long day of shopping.

noun a decisive or settling factor or event

verb to secure or settle (something) conclusively

• The negotiators were able to clinch a deal after hours of discussion.
• I finally clinched that promotion I've been working towards.
• She totally clinched that game with her last-minute goal.
• His strong argument clinched the debate in his favor.

noun a matter that is not considered to be of primary importance

• The main focus of the meeting should not be diverted by discussing a side issue.
• Let's not get sidetracked by talking about that side issue during the presentation.
• Don't sweat the small stuff, that side issue is not worth our time.
• Addressing that side issue is like chasing a rabbit down a hole - it will lead us away from the main goal.