Hi. What does it mean:
Well, he also sent his usual letter, sir, offering TO PATCH THINGS UP
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"to patch things up" means "to fix things"
It could be meant literally, referring to fixing items of snagging or maintenance.
Or maybe it could be meant figuratively, referring to reconciliation.
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In this case it means to improve or restore a relationship damaged by a disagreement or dispute.
However, there are two other meanings which are to:
1. Mend or repair something in order to make it functional again.
2. Treat someone’s wound or injury.
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