work it out
Solve the problem
To work it out is to resolve a problem or disagreement through effort or negotiation: We had some differences, but we worked it out.
The phrase implies arriving at a solution rather than giving up or walking away.
It can also mean to figure something out through calculation or reasoning: I haven't worked it out yet, but I think we can afford it.
- solveFind the answer
- resolveFirmness of purpose
- find common groundIdentify shared perspectives
- compromiseAgreement through mutual sacrifice
- negotiateDiscuss to reach agreement
think it through · sweat · effort · grind · struggle · dig deep · persevere · puzzle · untangle · settle · mediate · talk through · sleep on it · brainstorm · collaborate · trial and error · practice · rehearse
work it outgive up
Stop attempting something
quit · abandon · walk away · throw in the towel · procrastinate
work it outbreak up
End a relationship
split up · call it quits · go separate ways · fall out · hold a grudge
work it outgive up
Stop attempting something
quit · throw in the towel · surrender · stop trying · capitulate
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