English

Verb
come to terms (with something)

1. idiom to reach an agreement or settle a dispute

#:We hope someday she and her mother will come to terms on the matter.

1. idiom to accept or resign oneself to something emotionally painful

#:Until he comes to terms with failure, he will not succeed.

Usage notes
Use come to terms with if giving an object, as
:Susan may someday come to terms with George

See also
come to grips

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