kissed and made up
Ended the feud
To kiss and make up is to reconcile after a quarrel or disagreement, restoring friendly relations.
The phrase suggests that reconciliation should include both physical affection and verbal resolution.
After arguing all morning, they finally kissed and made up before dinner.
Often used even when no actual kissing occurs—just the restoration of goodwill.
- hugTight, affectionate clasp
- warm embraceAffectionate encircling hold
- apologyStatement acknowledging wrongdoing
- smilePleased facial expression
- forgivenessReleasing resentment toward offenders
buried the hatchet · handshake · embrace · friendship · closure · reunion · compromise · cleared the air · heart to heart · peacemaking · olive branch · regret · warmth · cuddle · healing · fresh start · trust · understanding
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