Phrases & Expressions

To do something nice for someone because you have upset or disappointed that person.

• I'll make it up to you with a nice dinner.
• He bought her flowers to make it up to her.

To reach an agreement by making concessions from both sides.

• We need to meet in the middle on this issue.
• They finally met in the middle after long talks.

Used to say that one is not angry or upset with someone, despite what has happened.

• After the election, Andrea said to Nicole, "I hope there are no hard feelings."
• I know you were disappointed I beat you in the golf tournament, but I hope there are no hard feelings.

A dismissive response to someone perceived as old-fashioned or out of touch with current trends.

• When he complained about the music, someone shouted, "OK boomer!"
• The phrase "OK boomer" became a popular internet meme.

An offer of peace or a gesture of goodwill to end a conflict.

• He offered an olive branch to his rival.
• The company extended an olive branch to the striking workers.

Generosity; a willingness to give freely.

• He has an open hand when it comes to donations.
• She helped the poor with an open hand.

To repair a relationship after an argument or disagreement.

• They decided to patch up their differences.
• Can we patch things up?

An informal and cool way to say goodbye.

• Alright, I'm heading out. Peace out!
• Catch you later, peace out.

A polite phrase used when offering something, such as an apology or gift, and asking someone to receive it.

• Please accept my sincerest apologies for the delay.
• Please accept this small gift as a token of our appreciation.

The way power is distributed and exercised among people.

• The power dynamic shifted during the debate.
• We need to address the power dynamic in the team.