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