Phrase guide

have it out

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To argue in order to air or resolve a conflict.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I've been unhappy about her behaviour for some time, and last night we finally had it out.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To confront (someone) with a view to settling a conflict.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I'm not standing for this. I'm going to go and have it out with her right now.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

9 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Greek: διαπληκτίζομαι (diapliktízomai) — Translations
  • Greek: μαλώνω (malóno) — Translations
  • Polish: wyduszać z siebie — Translations
  • Polish: wydusić z siebie — Translations
  • Spanish: dirimir diferencias — Translations
  • Spanish: habérselas con — Translations
  • Spanish: vérselas con — Translations
  • Spanish: haberlas con — Translations
  • Swedish: göra upp — Translations