Phrases Negotiation and Bargaining Phrases

Can we meet in the middle?

A2

Meaning

Can we find a solution that is halfway between our preferences?

Example sentences

John: 'I want $10.'

Alice: 'Can we meet in the middle at $7.50?'

John: 'Can we meet in the middle and go to the park instead?'

Alice: 'I want to go to the beach.'