as in to straighten (out)
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Recent Examples of iron out
After the second bullpen session of his rehab program this week, Yates reported improvement but is still trying to iron out mechanical issues.
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Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2026
The union says progress has been made on leaves, benefits and retirement options, but there's still a lot to iron out.
—Noelle Lilley, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
Chinese and American officials are currently meeting in Paris to iron out the details.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 16 Mar. 2026
That leaves three months to iron out specifics, ease any concerns and come together with a product that actually achieves Rolapp’s goals.
—Brody Miller, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
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Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 5 Apr. 2026
The union says progress has been made on leaves, benefits and retirement options, but there's still a lot to iron out.
—Noelle Lilley, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
Chinese and American officials are currently meeting in Paris to iron out the details.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 16 Mar. 2026
That leaves three months to iron out specifics, ease any concerns and come together with a product that actually achieves Rolapp’s goals.
—Brody Miller, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
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“Iron out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iron%20out. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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