patches, patched, patching
to patch up
phrasal verb
To resolve a disagreement or conflict between people
- 1After their argument, they decided to patch up their differences.
- 2The friends managed to patch up their relationship after the misunderstanding.
To patch up means to fix a problem or argument between people. It's like repairing a tear in a relationship by talking things out and finding a solution that makes everyone feel better. It's about making peace and moving forward together.
Remember, patching up requires both parties to be willing to listen and compromise. It's not about winning or being right, but about finding a solution that benefits everyone involved.
at a place where flowers are sold
Mending Fences with Flowers
Elizabeth
I heard you and Sarah had a falling out last week.
Paul
Yeah, but we managed to patch up things yesterday.
Elizabeth
That's great to hear. Maybe some flowers will help keep the peace.
Paul
Good idea, I'll pick some up for her.
in a waiting room
Healing Words
John
I heard you and Lisa had a big disagreement last week.
Sharon
Yeah, but we managed to patch up things over coffee yesterday.
John
That's great to hear. It's always better to talk things out.
Sharon
Absolutely, it feels good to have things back to normal.
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Similar to "to patch up":
- 1reconcile
- 2resolve
- 3settle