on talking terms
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Pronunciation[edit]
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Prepositional phrase[edit]
- (idiomatic) able to talk with someone, either in general or about the particular topic
- They weren't on talking terms last time we saw them.
- It is more professional to accept differences, no matter what the grievance, and walk away on talking terms.
- We are on talking terms with him about his business.
- (idiomatic, figuratively) in agreement or harmony with (something)
- Reality and I were simply not on talking terms.
- (rare) Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, talking, terms.
- After completing the last lesson, the student should be on “talking terms” with anyone who discusses the subject of algebra.
Usage notes[edit]
To be not on talking terms implies certain degree of hostility.