Make peace

verb

Word Frequency: 1.4

Definitions

1.verbTo end hostilities; to reach a peace agreement.

"Both countries can rebuild now that they have made peace with each other."

2.verbTo settle a dispute or disagreement.

"The committee made peace and agreed to go with the new plan."

3.verbTo initiate or resume a cordial relationship after a period of animosity.

"He's finally made peace with his estranged father."

4.verbTo accept something, especially if it is considered unfavourable.

"I've finally made peace with the fact that having diabetes means no more sugar."

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