smooth out something

smooth out something
smooth out (something) to make differences smaller.

The two countries are working hard to smooth out their disagreements.

A monthly average of sales smooths the highs and lows out and gives a more accurate idea of business activity.

Etymology: based on the literal meaning of smooth out (= to make regular)

New idioms dictionary. 2014.

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