hash out
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Definition
Verb: * To discuss something thoroughly and in detail, often with the goal of reaching an agreement, solving a problem, or clarifying details. It implies a more involved, sometimes lengthy, conversation than a simple chat.
Usage and Examples
The verb "hash out" is used to describe the process of detailed discussion or negotiation. It is often followed by the topic being discussed.
- Basic Usage:
- The team needs to hash out the details of the project plan before we can begin.
- Let's hash out our differences and find a solution that works for everyone.
- They spent the afternoon hashing out the final contract.
Advanced Usage
- "to hash it out": A common phrase where "it" refers to the known topic of disagreement or discussion.
- We have different opinions on this, so we need to sit down and hash it out.
Variants and Related Words
- Rehash (verb): To discuss or go over (something, like an old argument or plan) again, often unnecessarily.
- I don't want to rehash the same old problems from last year.
Synonyms
- Discuss: To talk about something with another person or group.
- Thrash out: (Very similar in meaning) To discuss something thoroughly until a decision or agreement is reached.
- Work out: To resolve or find a solution through discussion or effort.
- Negotiate: To try to reach an agreement through formal discussion.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Talk over: To discuss something carefully and completely.
- We should talk over your proposal before making a decision.
- Sort out: To resolve a problem or disagreement.
- We managed to sort out the misunderstanding.
Related Idioms
- "To have it out (with someone)": To have a frank and often angry discussion to settle a disagreement.
- After weeks of tension, they finally decided to have it out.
- (Note: "Have it out" implies more conflict than "hash out.")
Verb
- speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
- We discussed our household budget