agree on
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle on
Meanings
Reach a shared decision about something
Why “on”? After considering the options, the mind makes one choice.
“Maya and Leo agreed on a shopping list when they met at the shopping centre cafe.”
“They agreed on a price.”
“After a long talk, we agreed on who would drive.”
“Maya and Leo agreed on a new delivery date in the office meeting.”
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“Maya and Leo agreed on a shopping list when they met at the shopping centre cafe.” What does it mean?
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Sink In connects verbs by particle pattern, contrast pairs, and shared base verbs.
decide on
Same on pattern: decision
Make a final choice about something
pass on
Same on pattern: decision
Give something to another person; Politely refuse an offer; Die, used as a polite expression
settle on
Same on pattern: decision
Reach a final decision after considering options
sleep on
Same on pattern: decision
Wait until the next day before deciding; Ignore or miss a good chance while it is available
agree with
Same base verb: agree
Have the same opinion as someone; Match facts or other information
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