come to terms with something

come to terms with (someone or something)

To begin to or make an effort to understand, accept, and deal with a difficult or problematic person, thing, or situation. I should have the report ready for you by this afternoon, I just need to come to terms with this new software update first. I've tried, but I just can't come to terms with Amy, she's totally out of control! She's been living in Alaska for four years, but she still can't come to terms with how cold it gets here each winter.

See also: come, term, to

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come to ˈterms with something

learn to accept something that is difficult or unpleasant: He finally came to terms with his father’s death.

See also: come, something, term, to

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