come to terms
Example Sentences
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"We know we will never be able to come to terms with her death, and life without her is painful and hard to bear," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
In the years since, both have turned to Catholicism, which they say has helped them come to terms with the loss of Rachel.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
“We’ve come to terms with fact that there isn’t going to be giant, comprehensive reform of the way the Chinese political system works, including economic elements,” Greer said.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
More sellers have come to terms with the fact that it’s a buyer’s market, and they’re increasingly willing to lower prices and/or provide concessions to keep deals together.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
“It’s easier to come to terms with outgrowing the shallow friendships of early childhood once they have more mature friendships.”
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
