[Slang] LOW-BALL. - Master the Art of Negotiation with Clever Tactics!

Offer less than something's value.

Low-ball" is a term used in negotiation contexts, referring to an offer that is deliberately lower than the value of the item or service being discussed. It's a strategy often employed to start negotiations with the aim of finding a middle ground. This term can also imply a testing strategy to see the lowest price someone will accept. Whether you're buying a car, negotiating a salary, or haggling at a market, knowing how to use and respond to a low-ball offer can be a crucial skill in ensuring you get the best deal possible.

Example Sentences

1. Don't low-ball me with that offer, please!

   Don't give me a low offer, please!

2. He low-balled the price and lost the deal.

   He offered a low price and lost the deal.

3. If you keep low-balling your bids, you might never win a contract.

   If you keep making low bids, you might never win a contract.