Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
split-the-difference
phrase
/ˈsplɪt ðə ˈdɪfərəns/
Definition
To reach an agreement by finding a compromise between two differing positions or amounts.
Examples
- When negotiating the price of the car, we decided to split the difference, agreeing on a fair amount that worked for both of us.
- After much discussion, they chose to split the difference on the project’s budget to keep things moving forward.
Meaning
This phrase suggests coming to a middle ground, where each party adjusts their demands or expectations in order to resolve a disagreement.
Synonyms
- compromise
- meet halfway
- find common ground
