Phrases Negotiation and Bargaining Phrases

That's a non-starter for me.

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Meaning

That's unacceptable; I won't agree to that.

Examples

  • John: 'We can't pay more than $500.'
  • Alice: 'That's a non-starter for me. Our minimum price is $700.'
  • John: 'That's a non-starter for me. We need to find a solution.'
  • Alice: 'The deadline is impossible to meet.'
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