A discussion can end with shared terms that everyone accepts.
The idea
Reach an agreement means come to a shared decision, often after discussion. Use on for the subject and with for the other party.
Examples
- The neighbors reached an agreement on the fence.
- The band reached an agreement with the venue about ticket prices.
- After two meetings, the teams reached a compromise on the schedule.
- The two towns reached a deal to share a bus service.
- The committee reached a decision after hearing everyone.
- The researchers reached a conclusion from the survey results.
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Choose the missing word. The partners hope to ___ an agreement tomorrow. (reach / reaches)
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reach
reach is the base form after to.
Choose the missing word. The families ___ an agreement yesterday. (reached / reach)
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reached
reached places the event yesterday.
Choose the missing word. The groups reached an agreement ___ the cost. (on / at)
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on
on introduces the subject of the agreement.
Practice round
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Choose the missing word. The partners hope to ___ an agreement tomorrow. (reach / reaches)
Choose the missing word. The families ___ an agreement yesterday. (reached / reach)
Choose the missing word. The groups reached an agreement ___ the cost. (on / at)
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Tap the words in the right order.
Tap the words in the right order.
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Describe a situation in which two people could reach an agreement.