split the difference

Examples (10)

• I offered €200 but he wanted €300. In the end, we split the difference and I paid him €250.
• After a long negotiation, they decided to split the difference and meet in the middle.
• We couldn't agree on the exact amount, so we just split the difference.
• To expedite the deal, the buyer and seller agreed to split the difference.
• Why don't we split the difference on the bill and call it a day?
• He wanted $100, she offered $80. They eventually split the difference at $90.
• The committee had to split the difference on the proposed budget cuts.
• If you can't decide between two options, sometimes it's best to split the difference.
• They were arguing over who should pay more, but I suggested they just split the difference.
• Let's split the difference and say it's 3:30.