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Bury the hatchet
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01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
To agree to end an argument or disagreement and make peace.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- After months of arguing about the fence, the neighbours buried the hatchet.
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To agree to end an argument or disagreement and make peace.
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Bury the hatchet — To agree to end an argument or disagreement and make peace.
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To agree to end an argument or disagreement and make peace.
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When to use it
Use it when people decide to stop a quarrel and improve their relationship. It suits everyday conversation.
More examples in context
- Can we bury the hatchet and work together on the next project?
- The two clubs agreed to bury the hatchet before the joint event.
Usage note
This means making peace, not merely avoiding a topic while the argument continues. The past form is buried the hatchet.
A short conversation
A: Are you still arguing with Dan about the timetable?
B: No, we buried the hatchet and agreed on a new plan.
A: That should make working together easier.
One more practice question
Which pair has buried the hatchet?
A. Two colleagues who agree to end their quarrel and cooperate again.
B. Two colleagues who continue their quarrel without any agreement.
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A. They have chosen to make peace and end the disagreement.
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