achieve/reach an understanding

idiom

: to agree about something
After a long discussion they finally achieved/reached an understanding.

Dictionary Entries Near achieve/reach an understanding

achiever

achieve/reach an understanding

achilary

Cite this Entry

“Achieve/reach an understanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/achieve%2Freach%20an%20understanding. Accessed 25 Mar. 2023.

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