strike a bargain

/stɹˈaɪk ɐ bˈɑːɡɪn/

/stɹˈaɪk ɐ bˈɑːɹɡɪn/

[phrase]

to strike a bargain

[PHRASE]

to make an agreement that involves both parties doing something for one another

synonyms : strike a deal

Examples

1. As a woman from a modest farm, Buttercup wouldn't hold much power, but she uses what leverage she does have to selflessly strike a bargain that she believes will keep Westley safe, at great cost to herself.

2. Obviously if those two prisoners could talk they could strike a bargain or coerce each other or they might be genuine friends, there’s at least some implied trust if you’re willing to rob a bank with someone after all.