Matching Pairs Idioms for negotiatingOnline version Match the idioms with their meanings. by Euge Pasayo 1 A gentlemen's agreement 2 Drive a hard bargain 3 Play cards right 4 Stick to your guns 5 Go down the wire 6 The upper hand 7 A sticking point In a discussion, it is the point on which it is not possible to reach an agreement. To have more power than anyone else and as a result, to have the control. To be determined and continue with your plan or opinion. To be good at negotiating; defend your position and get the best possible deal. To make the best and most effective use of the resources. An agreement that is based on trust and that's not written. A decision or agreement taken at the very last minute.