Example Sentences

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It said in a statement that is has bargained in good faith and wants a deal as soon as possible.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 29, 2023

She said the administration has bargained in good faith and has to consider the health of the institution.

From Washington Post • Aug. 22, 2022

The administration says it has bargained in good faith and is committed to reaching a deal with the union.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2016

So Franklin asks instead for three pennies worth of whatever bread is on offer, prompting the baker to hand him “three great Puffy Rolls”—far more sustenance than Franklin has bargained for.

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2014

On the tip of each he has bargained for a spot of red But we have gone still further toward our opening.

From Wappin' Wharf A Frightful Comedy of Pirates by Flory, Julia McCune