10 English idioms about business negotiations

to do or say something to relax the atmosphere and make others feel more comfortable, especially at the beginning of a meeting or negotiation.

to be in agreement or have a shared understanding about something.

to take advantage of someone's generosity or flexibility and push for more than they were initially offered.

Give someone an inch and they'll take a mile

to be skeptical or cautious about something, especially a promise or an offer.

to commit fully to something, especially if you've already made a significant investment.

to take on more responsibility or commitments than you can handle.

to make a conciliatory gesture or offer a compromise.

to expect nothing in return for your efforts or sacrifices.

to be persistent in your goals while also being open to compromise and adjustment.

to find a middle ground or compromise between two opposing views.