thrash out
Meaning(s)
1. discuss something thoroughly
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
thrash out an agreement/matter/plan
Analysis
To 'thrash out' something is another way of saying to talk about or discuss something in order to find a solution, solve a problem or in order to make a decision. When you 'trash out' something you examine a number of different possibilities and options. This is a phrasal verb that is usually used more in informal contexts.
Social Examples (Advance)
- Allen and Bill hadn't spoken properly since their falling out, so they agreed to meet in order to thrash out their differences.
Professional Examples (Advance)
- The decision was an extremely important one, so we spent the whole meeting thrashing the matter out until we came to a consensus.
- Both sides are eager to make a deal, and hope to have an agreement thrashed out by the end of the week.