Phrases Negotiation and Bargaining Phrases

My bottom line is...

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Meaning

My absolute minimum requirement is...

Examples

  • John: 'My bottom line is, we need a 7% discount.'
  • Alice: 'I'll consider it but my bottom line is 5%.'
  • John: 'My bottom line is Monday.'
  • Alice: 'My bottom line is, we need the project completed by Friday.'
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