Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clear-the-air
idiom
/ˌklɪr ði ˈɛr/
Definition
To resolve a misunderstanding or to remove tension between people.
Examples
- After months of tension, they finally had a meeting to clear the air.
- It’s important to clear the air before misunderstandings grow.
- Let’s sit down and have a chat to clear the air.
Meaning
The phrase is used when someone wants to have an open conversation to address issues directly and improve relationships.
Synonyms
- Resolve tensions
- Settle differences
- Square things away
