compare notes
Exchange information, observations, or opinions about something, as in Michael and Jane always compare notes after a department meeting. This term originally referred to written notes. [c. 1700]
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How to use compare notes in a sentence
He did compare notes with Robinson, Doby and others like Jesse Owens but sports in America in the 1940s and 1950s.
Playing Pinochle and Breaking Barriers With Jackie Robinson | Evan Weiner | March 30, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST"And I can return the compliment," was my reply, as we all gathered round a brew of tea to exchange news and compare notes.
Three More John Silence Stories | Algernon BlackwoodMore'n that, when I get my jell' done I'm going to send Mrs. Calvert a tumbler and compare notes.
Dorothy at Skyrie | Evelyn Raymond"Then let's save our breath and hustle after an officer; we can compare notes later," said Garry.
The Ranger Boys and the Border Smugglers | Claude A. LabelleA strict account was kept of everything sent out, and occasionally the girls met to compare notes.
The White Shield | Myrtle Reed
When Harry had gone up to his bed, Mr. and Mrs. Fox naturally began to compare notes respecting him.
Facing the World | Horatio Alger
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