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drive a hard bargain

DRYV ah HARD BAR-gen

draɪv ə hɑːrd ˈbɑːrɡɪn

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driveahardbargain

Dictionary meaning

negotiate firmly and persistently to achieve the most favorable terms possible for oneself, without making unnecessary concessions

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