With the help of an American banker, he tried offering Spain $150 million to give up the island, a plan that failed.

He tries to guide companies through their own assessments rather than offering to take everything on for them.

One time, we tried offering bonuses to those who finished the summer.

Don't try offering me money or threats again.

"Try offering a buffet or barbecue afterwards and you'll get even more people," he said.

If he wants $10,000 more for a deck, try offering him $2,000 up front and $7,000 at closing.

Also to be tested is a city-run corporation that would try offering competitive service.

"You could try offering her a moushe," said the cat.

He decided to try offering a big steak at a small price.

The Government tried offering blood money to potential informants, but this met with little success.