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Learn Business English Phrases: come to terms with something
- Erin
- Feb 3
- 2 min read
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This Week's Phrase:
COME TO TERMS WITH something
idiom
to gradually accept a difficult situation, often after some resistance
The company had to come to terms with the fact that sales were declining.
He finally came to terms with the changes at work.
She struggled to come to terms with this decision.
He finally came to terms with the fact that his project wouldn’t be approved.
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Learn more Business English phrases with terms
Let’s take a look at more Business English expressions that include the word terms.
Choose the correct option to complete the sentence.
KEY
IN TERMS OF something
when talking about a specific aspect of something
In terms of price, this hotel is the most affordable.
In terms of experience, she’s the best candidate.
In terms of design, I prefer the first option.
BE ON GOOD TERMS
to have a friendly or positive relationship with someone
Even after the breakup, they are still on good terms.
I try to stay on good terms with my colleagues.
He left the company on good terms with his boss.
ON her/ his/ their/ my/ your (OWN) TERMS
in the way you or someone else want, without being forced to do something differently
She left the company on her own terms.
He wants to live life on his own terms.
The deal was made on their own terms.
UNDER THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT
according to the conditions stated in the contract
Under the terms of the contract, we cannot share this information.
Under the terms of the contract, the project must be completed in six months.
Under the terms of the contract, early termination has penalties.
the TERMS AND CONDITIONS
the rules and requirements that someone must accept before using a service, product, or signing a contract
Always read the terms and conditions before signing.
The terms and conditions explain the refund policy.
The website updated its terms and conditions.
Let's Chat!
Have you ever had to come to terms with a company policy you didn't like?
Yes, I had to come to terms with a new rule about remote work. Before, we could work from home anytime, but now we can only do it twice a week. At first, I didn’t like it, but I got used to it. (Marianna, B1-level learner)
Have you ever had to come to terms with a company policy you didn't like?
I did. I had to come to terms with a new policy a few years ago. According to this policy we had to and still have to track every task in a special time management system. Initially, I found it annoying because I felt like I had extra work to do. But to be honest, over time, I realized it helped me stay more organized. (Dmitry, B2-level learner)
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