Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
come-to-grips-with
phrase
/ˌkəm tə ˈɡrɪps wɪð/

Definition
To begin to understand and deal with something challenging or difficult.

Examples
- After months of struggling with his feelings, he finally managed to come to grips with his loss.
- She needs time to come to grips with her new role at work.
- It took a while, but they eventually came to grips with the changes in their lives.

Meaning
This phrase means to accept or confront a situation or problem, and to start to deal with its implications or consequences.

Synonyms
- Confront
- Accept
- Deal with