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Thrash out

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Resolve ConflictPlay
Use 'thrash out' when people need to resolve disagreements or differences through discussion. SlideThe committee will thrash out the budget discrepancies tomorrow.
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Detailed DiscussionPlay
'Thrash out' implies going into great detail, not just a casual conversation. SlideWe spent hours trying to thrash out the terms of the contract.
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Work-Towards AgreementPlay
The phrase is often used when the goal is to agree on something important. SlideThey need to thrash out who takes ownership of the project.