Thrash out

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verb

To discuss something in detail to reach a solution or agreement.

The leaders met to thrash out a new trade agreement.
Visual representation of "thrash out" - To discuss something in detail to reach a solution or agreement

Often appears as...

  • thrash out a deal
  • thrash out a plan
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Visual representation of "thrash out"
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Resolve Conflict

Use 'thrash out' when people need to resolve disagreements or differences through discussion.

Illustration for Resolve Conflict
The committee will thrash out the budget discrepancies tomorrow.
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Detailed Discussion

'Thrash out' implies going into great detail, not just a casual conversation.

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We spent hours trying to thrash out the terms of the contract.
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Work-Towards Agreement

The phrase is often used when the goal is to agree on something important.

Illustration for Work-Towards Agreement
They need to thrash out who takes ownership of the project.
Visual representation of the word "Thrash out"

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