chaffer

verb

Definition of chaffernext
1
as in to deal
to talk over or dispute the terms of a purchase in that country you're expected to chaffer with the vendors at the bazaar

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2
as in to chat
British to engage in casual or rambling conversation just a couple of blokes chaffering at the neighborhood pub

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chaffer
  1. deal
  2. chat
  3. negotiate
  4. converse
  5. bargain
  6. talk
  7. haggle
  8. chatter
Verb
  • Nearly all Democrats, 97 percent, and a large majority of independents, 77 percent, think that tariffs will deal a short-term blow to the nation’s economy.
    — Filip Timotija, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The Yankees were also dealt several blows to the bullpen because of injuries.
    — Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Definition of deal
Verb
  • Want to chat about Connections?
    — New York Times Games, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Hey Zeus, is this a good time to chat?
    — Karen Chee, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of chat
Verb
  • If Freeman wants Notre Dame’s next GM to have more roster control, that may mean negotiating contracts and handling NIL payments.
    — Pete Sampson, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
  • The pursuit was reinvigorated in the process of negotiating with Real Sociedad for the signing of Mikel Merino last August.
    — The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
Definition of negotiate
Verb
  • The fitness industry still needs to get people comfortable conversing with AI, but Shams said by educating consumers about the value of using these technologies, the industry could find a healthy balance between human and AI.
    — Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Nvidia offers products that allow businesses to build or speed up the development of AI systems that can converse with people and perform tasks.
    — Los Angeles Times, Boston Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of converse
Verb
  • In New York State, public employees have the right to organize and bargain collectively for wages and benefits and working conditions.
    — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The union said it, along with the Alliance of Health Care Unions, will begin bargaining for a separate group of 60,000 workers in May.
    — Annika Merrilees, Sacramento Bee, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of bargain
Verb
  • Ramsey talked to Jimmy Fallon about the upcoming season, trying their best to keep things under wraps.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
  • Worse yet, has Lutnick ever talked with a friend or relative in his or her 70s or 80s who depends on Social Security to cover basic bills?
    — Susan Tompor, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
Definition of talk
Verb
  • But that will take time, especially as lawmakers haggle over significant tax policy changes that also would be included in the bill.
    — Axios, Axios, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The weekends-only market quickly established a loyal following: those who love hunting through the racks of vintage garments, perusing the Turkish rugs, delighting in quirky art finds, or haggling over a Mid-Century coffee table.
    — Jenny Adams, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
Definition of haggle
Verb
  • Nevertheless, the animals’ recurring presence throughout the season visualizes the chattering, anxious feeling that governs the existential turmoil endured by many of the souls haunting the Thai White Lotus resort.
    — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025
  • As Melissa chatters away about her dreams, Shauna’s mind wanders.
    — Esther Zuckerman, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of chatter
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“Chaffer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chaffer. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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