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