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make one's peace with

Idioms  

  1. Reconcile oneself to, bring about friendly relations with, as in He's repented and made his peace with God. This expression was first recorded about 1315. Also see make peace.

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“One had better make one’s peace with that very quickly. If you don’t, you will get your feelings hurt. It’ll be a problem.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

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