come to terms

1. Reach an agreement, as in The landlord and his tenants soon came to terms regarding repairs . [Early 1700s]

2. come to terms with . Reconcile oneself to, as in He'd been trying to come to terms with his early life . [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

"At this time, we kindly ask for privacy as we come to terms with life without him. In the days and weeks ahead, we will take strength from one another and from the knowledge that Richard's legacy - both in boxing and as a man - will continue to live on."

From BBC

On Friday, Det Ch Insp Gary Robinson said it was a "distressing time" for Mr Burns' family as they try to come to terms with their "tragic loss".

From BBC

Gilbert’s latest memoir, “All the Way to the River: Love, Loss, and Liberation,” is her account of how devastating heartbreak helped her come to terms with her addiction and set her on a path toward healing.

From Los Angeles Times

"We are taking comfort from the words of support we have received whilst we take time to come to terms with the untimely loss of our blue-eyed boy," they added.

From BBC

Neighbours have been trying to come to terms with what has happened in their street.

From BBC

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