reach an understanding
Frequency: 6.78.5 per million words
Similar to 'come to an understanding'; to successfully make an agreement.
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Examples (10)
- After a lengthy discussion, the two parties finally reached an understanding.
- It's important for couples to reach an understanding about financial matters.
- The mediator's goal was to help the conflicting groups reach a common understanding.
- We need to reach an understanding on the project's scope before we proceed.
- The diplomatic mission worked tirelessly to reach an understanding between the nations.
- Although they disagreed on many points, they managed to reach an understanding on the key issues.
- The teacher hoped the students would reach an understanding of the complex historical context.
- It took several meetings to reach a mutual understanding regarding the new policy.
- For the merger to be successful, both companies must reach a clear understanding of their roles.
- The neighbors reached an understanding about property lines after a long dispute.