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thrash out

idiom
Meaning

To discuss something so fully as to resolve a problem or conflict; to hammer out.


Examples
SIMPLE

We need to thrash out the details of our trip.

CONTEXTUAL

The team met for three hours to thrash out a solution to the budget problem.

COMPLEX

The diplomats gathered behind closed doors to thrash out the remaining points of contention before signing the final peace treaty.

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