Phrases Shopping and Asking for Prices

I was hoping for a more competitive price.

C2

Meaning

Expressing disappointment with the price and hinting at a better offer.

Example sentences

John: 'That's quite expensive.'<br>

Alice: 'I was hoping for a more competitive price.'

John: 'I was hoping for a more competitive price.'

Alice: 'This quote is significantly above what I'd expected.'<br>