hammer out

phr.v. to reach a difficult agreement or settlement after a lot of arguing and long discussions.

phr.v. to reach a settlement or agreement through intense and often prolonged negotiation.

“The two companies finally managed to hammer out a deal after three days of meetings.”

“Diplomats worked through the night to hammer out a ceasefire agreement that both sides were willing to sign.”

phr.v. to create or develop a plan, idea, or piece of writing with a lot of effort.

phr.v. to produce or develop something, such as a strategy or document, through laborious effort.

“We need to hammer out the details of the project before we start working.”

“The committee spent weeks hammering out the new safety regulations to ensure every possible risk was covered.”

phr.v. to flatten or shape metal by hitting it with a hammer.

phr.v. to shape, flatten, or repair a metal object by striking it with a hammer.

“The blacksmith had to hammer out the dents in the old shield.”

“The artisan carefully hammered out the silver sheet to create a delicate, curved bowl.”

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