She drives a hard bargain when she sells her old clothes.
drive a hard bargain
idiomTo negotiate forcefully.
The seller drove a hard bargain, so I had to pay more than I originally planned.
Although the company desperately needed the contract, the supplier drove a hard bargain and refused to lower the price.
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bone hard
As hard as a bone, rock hard.
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cold hard cash
Money, regarded as an incentive that can override any doubts or ethical concerns.
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die hard
Of a living being, to die only after a desperate struggle for life.
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drive a coach and horses through
To spoil, break or render ineffective (a rule, plan or agreement).
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drive a stake through its heart
get rid of, destroy permanently or stop talking about
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drive a wedge
To separate.
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drive away
To force someone or something to leave
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drive back
To force someone or something to retreat or move away; repel.