hug it out
B1 informal intransitive
In simple words
End a fight or argument by giving each other a hug.
Literal meaning: To resolve something ('it') by hugging — fairly transparent.
Meanings
1 B1
idiomatic
informal
To settle a disagreement or bad feeling between two people by embracing.
"Come on, you two have been arguing all day — just hug it out and be done with it."
"Hug it out, bitch."
— Entourage, Season 1 (HBO, 2004) — recurring catchphrase of the character Ari Gold
2 B2
idiomatic
informal
Used ironically or humorously to suggest that a physical gesture of warmth can solve a problem.
"I'm sure these trade negotiators will just hug it out and everything will be fine."
Usage notes
Popularised by the TV series Entourage (US, 2004–2011), where it was a recurring phrase. Now widely used in general conversation. Carries a warm, sometimes ironic or humorous tone. The 'it' refers to the conflict or bad feelings.
Commonly used with
argument fight disagreement conflict friends brothers
Forms
Base
hug it out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
hugs it out
he/she/it
Past simple
huged it out
yesterday
Past participle
huged it out
have + pp
-ing form
huging it out
continuous
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