clear the air

Idioms and Phrases

Eliminate confusion, dispel controversy or emotional tension, as in His letter has cleared the air; we now know where he stands . This idiom alludes to an atmosphere cleared of sultriness by a storm. [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

During a conversation that seemed genuinely warm and caring, Howard and Buss cleared the air about the end to the second — and most successful — of Howard’s three stints with the Lakers.

From Los Angeles Times

"The expectation is that this event should clear the air on the concept," Caldwell added, saying it would be a "letdown" if Tesla fails to reveal a developed concept and operational details on Thursday.

From BBC

After the public scolding of the photographer, Roan cleared the air in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, saying, "This is quite overwhelming and quite scary."

From Salon

Armstrong issued a statement over the weekend, saying she wanted to "clear the air about something that happened a while back".

From BBC

They shared that they hadn't talked in eight years and cleared the air to show each other respect.

From Salon