[have] it out with {sb}
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to talk to someone frankly in order to settle a dispute or argument
The idiom "have it out with someone" originated from the idea of fully addressing or resolving a conflict or disagreement by engaging in a direct and often heated discussion or argument. The phrase is mostly used to convey the idea of a thorough and candid exchange of views, where both parties have an opportunity to express themselves fully.
- After weeks of tension, they finally decided to have it out with each other and discuss their issues openly.
- She couldn't keep her frustrations bottled up any longer, so she approached her colleague to have it out and clear the air.
- The siblings needed to have it out about the division of their late parents' assets.
- Instead of avoiding the issue, they agreed it was time to have it out and address their conflicting opinions.
- He had been harboring resentment for years and finally worked up the courage to have it out with his former business partner.