English / phrase
Iron out differences
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to resolve minor disputes, disagreements, or complications through calm negotiation and compromise
In context
01
The two trading partners held a closed-door summit to iron out differences over cross-border tariffs.
02
With patience and honest communication, a married couple can iron out differences before small annoyances escalate.
Synonyms
Settle disputes,resolve conflicts,patch up quarrels
Antonyms
Aggravate tensions,exacerbate disputes,widen the rift
Collocations
Iron out differences amicably,meet to iron out differences,work together to iron out differences