mend fences

Example Sentences

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There’s been a fight, and the singer plans to mend fences, using laundry as bait: “Can you come pick up your clothes? I have them folded.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

He also inked a trade and minerals deal with Malaysia, and moved to mend fences with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva after months of bad blood.

From Barron's • Oct. 26, 2025

This compensation deal has been pushed by Mugabe's successor President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is keen to mend fences.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2025

But Thune, who did not face a significant primary challenge, has worked hard to mend fences.

From Salon • Nov. 13, 2024

“Did you tell Jakob you were leaving for the day? I know you’re angry, Lizzie, but I do wish you’d mend fences with your brother.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin