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have it out

B2 informal inseparable intransitive
In simple words

To have a serious talk with someone to settle an argument or problem between you.

Meanings

1 B2 idiomatic informal

To have a direct, frank, and sometimes heated discussion with someone in order to resolve a conflict or grievance.

"I've been angry about this for weeks — I'm going to have it out with her today and settle it once and for all."

Grammar: inseparable
2 C1 idiomatic informal

(less common) To fight or argue openly until a winner or resolution is found.

"The two rivals decided to have it out on the tennis court rather than argue any further."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

Always followed by 'with' and a person. Implies a frank, sometimes heated discussion aimed at resolving tension. The tone can be determined or even aggressive, but the purpose is resolution. Common in British and American English.

Commonly used with

with him with her with them finally decided to need to

Forms

Base
have it out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
has it out
he/she/it
Past simple
had it out
yesterday
Past participle
had it out
have + pp
-ing form
having it out
continuous

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