#9- Arguing & Resolving Conflict.pdf-brainscape Flashcards
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What does it mean to ‘blow something out of proportion’?
To exaggerate or make something seem more important or serious than it really is. Example: ‘Dan blew the argument out of proportion and didn’t talk to Becky for a month.’
What does it mean to ‘be at each other’s throats’?
To be in a state of intense conflict or hostility with someone. Example: ‘That couple is at each other’s throats; they’re arguing over every little thing.’
What is a ‘squabble’?
A noisy quarrel, usually about something trivial. Example: ‘The siblings had a squabble over who would get control of the TV remote.’
What does it mean to ‘have beef with someone’?
To have a disagreement or a grudge against someone; unresolved conflict. Example: ‘Josh dated Javier‘s sister and now they have beef with each other.’
What does it mean to ‘lash out’?
To react angrily or violently, often without thinking. Example: ‘When under pressure, the manager tends to lash out at his employees.’
What does it mean to ‘stand up for’ someone or something?
To support or defend someone or something. Example: ‘I’ll always stand up for my friends when they’re being treated unfairly.’
What is ‘an ongoing feud’?
A prolonged and often bitter conflict or dispute between two parties. Example: ‘The two families had an ongoing feud that had lasted for decades.’
What does it mean to ‘throw shade’?
To publicly criticize or mock someone indirectly. Example: ‘Lisa was always quick to throw shade at people she didn’t like.’
What does it mean to ‘grill someone’?
To stare at someone with a mean or angry look, also called a dirty look. It can also mean to interrogate someone intensely. Example: ‘Do you know that guy? He‘s been grilling you all night.’
What does it mean to ‘smooth things over’?
To resolve a difficult situation or disagreement. Example: ‘After the misunderstanding, they decided to meet and try to smooth things over.’
What does it mean to ‘talk things out’?
To discuss and resolve issues through conversation. Example: ‘Instead of arguing, they decided to sit down and talk things out like adults.’
What does it mean to ‘clear the air’?
To fix misunderstandings or miscommunication. Example: ‘The manager held a meeting to clear the air about the company’s finances.’
What does it mean to ‘patch things up’?
To repair a damaged relationship. Example: ‘After their big argument, they managed to patch things up and become friends again.’
What does it mean to ‘bury the hatchet’ or ‘squash issues’?
To make peace or resolve conflicts. Example: ‘After years of rivalry, they finally decided to bury the hatchet and work together.’
What does it mean to ‘work things out’?
To find a solution or resolution to a problem. Example: ‘They broke up for two months but then worked things out and got back together.’
What does it mean to ‘make up’?
To restore a relationship after a disagreement. Example: ‘They‘re such good friends that even when they argue, they make up quickly.’
