patch up

Example Sentences

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The question that’s been glossed over, however, is whether the ballroom would really patch up security for the president.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

King Charles III made gentle fun of the shared history between Britain and the United States on Tuesday as he continued his high-stakes visit to patch up transatlantic ties.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Lakers fans might not get the chance to see James and his patch up close on Tuesday night against the Atlanta Hawks.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

If King Charles III made the call to rescind his brother’s prince title and royal residence, how does one patch up familial relations?

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

Thus we see that buildings undertaken and completed by a single architect are usually more attractive and better planned than those which several have tried to patch up…

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton