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We need to negotiate the terms of the agreement before moving forward.

B2

Sentence

Narrator

We need to negotiate the terms of the agreement before moving forward.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You need to negotiate the terms of the agreement before proceeding.

Describing Habits

Before starting any project, we always negotiate the terms to avoid future conflicts.

Asking About Others

Have you negotiated the terms of the contract with the client yet?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If we don't negotiate the terms, we might face legal issues later.

Rephrased versions

Formal

It is imperative that we finalize the terms of the agreement through negotiation before further action.

Casual

Let's hash out the details of the agreement before we go any further.

Simpler English

We need to talk about the agreement before we continue.

Phrases to learn

negotiate the terms

To discuss and agree upon the conditions of an agreement.

moving forward

Continuing with a plan or project.