hammer out

/ˌhæmər aʊt/
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Other forms: hammered out; hammering out; hammers out

Definitions of hammer out
  1. verb
    discuss vehemently in order to reach a solution or an agreement
    “The leaders of the various Middle Eastern countries are trying to hammer out a peace agreement”
    synonyms: thrash out
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    type of:
    discuss, hash out, talk over
    speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
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