Grammar fix
iron out
solve or remove problems or difficulties
to fix small problems or settle disagreements so that everything works smoothly
phrasal verbB2common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
We need to iron out a few details before launching the new project.
In my opinion, it's important to discuss any misunderstandings openly so that you can iron out problems before they get worse.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: We need to iron out about the schedule.
Say: We need to iron out the schedule.
'Iron out + thing' directly — no 'about'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Iron out' naturally means smooth away small problems. 'Resolve minor outstanding issues' is corporate.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
iron out + problem
- the details
- a few issues
- the kinks
- our differences