to negotiate, to lobby, to hold talks
In einem geschäftlichen oder diplomatischen Kontext Verhandlungen führen oder geheime Absprachen treffen.
To conduct negotiations or engage in discreet discussions in business or political contexts.
☞ Often implies a cautious or unofficial nature of the process.
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Die Parteien lotieren bereits hinter den Kulissen.— The parties are already negotiating behind the scenes.
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Er lotierte lange um den neuen Vertrag.— He negotiated for a long time regarding the new contract.
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Manche Diplomaten lotieren diskret über die Grenzen hinweg.— Some diplomats are negotiating discreetly across borders.
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