make amends
/ˈmeɪk ˈæmɛndz/ · make·am·ends
verb
- to take action to repair or make up for a wrong or offense After accidentally breaking her sister's favorite vase, she made amends by buying her a new one.
noun
- the act of making up for a wrong or offense Making amends with her sister took a long time, but it was worth it in the end.
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Did you know? The phrase 'make amends' is often used in the context of restorative justice, where offenders are encouraged to make amends to their victims or the community as a way of repairing harm and promoting healing.