bring to terms

Idioms & Phrases

bring to terms

Force someone to agree or continue negotiations, as in The creditors were determined to bring the company to terms. The terms here mean "the conditions for agreement." [First half of 1700s] Also see come to terms.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
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