negotiating table
Where deals happen
The negotiating table is the figurative place where parties meet to discuss terms and reach agreements.
To bring someone to the negotiating table is to get them to engage in talks.
To walk away from the negotiating table is to end negotiations.
The phrase emphasizes formal discussion rather than conflict or unilateral action.
- treatyBinding pact between nations
- collective bargainingJoint worker-employer talks
- dealAgreement or distribution
- bargainingNegotiating mutually acceptable terms
- conferenceOrganized meeting for discussion
mediation · discussion · final offer · walk away · arbitration · conciliation · dispute resolution · settlement agreement · talks · conflict resolution · sticking point · dialogue · come to terms · behind closed doors · diplomacy · olive branch · compromise · good faith
negotiating tablebattlefield
Combat engagement area
war · armed conflict · combat · military action · warfare
negotiating tablewalkout
Protest by leaving
stalemate · impasse · deadlock · stonewalling · cold shoulder
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