Horse trading

/hˈɔːs tɹˈeɪdɪŋ/

/hˈɔːɹs tɹˈeɪdɪŋ/

Horse trading

the swapping of horses (accompanied by much bargaining)

discussions intended to reach an agreement in which each side tries to gain as many advantages as possible

Examples

1. The horse trading is severe.

2. We'd do some horse trading, and I'd walk away with $4,000, $5,000 in a night.

3. They are used to their power struggles and horse trading and all that stuff.

4. If the Small Bipartisan Group of senators wants horse trading, they better PROPOSE their Own Bill in 24 hours.