English / phrase
bury the hatchet
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to end a long-standing quarrel or feud and agree to become peaceful or friendly again; To make peace, end an old quarrel, and restore harmony between parties
In context
01
After years of bitter business rivalry, the two partners finally agreed to bury the hatchet and collaborate.
02
Life is far too short to stay divided, so let us bury the hatchet before the festive holidays begin.
Synonyms
Make peace,reconcile,call a truce
Antonyms
Continue feuding,perpetuate hostility,wage war
Collocations
Decide to bury the hatchet,time to bury the hatchet,bury the hatchet with a rival