krakowskim targiem

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Polish

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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Literally, by Cracovian market. Probably from the perception that the people of Cracow are stingy and bargain to the end.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /kraˈkɔf.skim ˈtar.ɡjɛm/
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  • Syllabification: kra‧kow‧skim tar‧giem

Adverb

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krakowskim targiem (not comparable)

  1. (idiomatic) by splitting the difference (by settling on an amount midway between the offer and the asking price)
    • 2005 July 28, Stefan Leśniowski, “PREZES NA ZLECENIE”, in Gazeta Krakowska[1], "Polskapresse". Oddział "Prasa Krakowska":
      Prezes znalazł wyjście z sytuacji. Przegłosujemy wniosek, o zwrot kosztów jakie ponoszę w związku z pełnieniem tej funkcji. Prezes zażyczył sobie 1000 złotych miesięcznie. Potem krakowskim targiem zeszło na 800 złotych netto.
      The chairman has found a way out of the situation. We will vote on a motion, to reimburse me for the expenses I incur in connection with this function. The chairman demanded 1000 zlotys a month. Then, compromisingly, it came down to 800 zlotys net
  2. (idiomatic, by extension) by splitting the difference (by choosing an option or take a position roughly midway between two opposed alternatives)

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