brinkmanship - The practice, especially in international politics, of seeking advantage by creating the impression that one is willing and able to push a highly dangerous situation to the limit rather than concede. more »

1. Started packing! I don't have as much stuff as I thought I did. 2. Got my brakes fixed! Didn't cost me as much as I thought they would. My car is so spiffy now. 3. Looking into getting a new chair for my car- shouldn't be more than $50 4. Going up… more »