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iron out

verb

  1. to smooth, using a heated iron

  2. to put right or settle (a problem or difficulty) as a result of negotiations or discussions

  3. informalto knock unconscious

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Idioms and Phrases

Work out, resolve, settle. For example, They managed to iron out all the problems with the new production process, or John and Mary finally ironed out their differences. This expression uses ironing wrinkled fabric as a metaphor for smoothing differences. [Mid-1800s]
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For some, there is little time left for Tuchel to iron out the issues that have played out during his first four matches in charge.

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With play starting on 12 June, McIlroy has little time to iron out his issues from the tee.

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Details are still to be ironed out, such as whether it would require claimants to opt-in of the scheme.

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Also yet to be ironed out are the plans for youth mobility – which would allow young people to study or work more easily between Britain and the EU.

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The UK did a deal with the US last week which cut some tariffs, but it is unclear when this will take effect as the details are ironed out.

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