bargain
noun
an advantageous purchase, especially one acquired at less than the usual cost.
is bargaining
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present progressiveof bargain (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“Nippon Steel now owns U.S. Steel. What serves us now is bargaining a good contract.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
While Hammer doesn't have talent representation, his attorney is bargaining his deals.
From Salon ● Jan. 2, 2025
The Teamsters can’t be manipulated as easily, since the union is bargaining for its entire UPS membership, companywide.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2023
One of the feelings I think you’re expressing is bargaining.
From Slate ● Oct. 27, 2022
But Lev is bargaining with the man to give us a ride, and before I can argue, he's helping me into the back of the cart.
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
