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British  
/ tɜːmz /

plural noun

  1. (usually specified prenominally) the actual language or mode of presentation used

    he described the project in loose terms

  2. conditions of an agreement

    you work here on our terms

  3. a sum of money paid for a service or credit; charges

  4. (usually preceded by on) mutual relationship or standing

    they are on affectionate terms

  5. as expressed by; regarding

    in terms of money he was no better off

  6. to reach acceptance or agreement

    to come to terms with one's failings

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Example Sentences

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While financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, the Pentagon said it was a “seven-year agreement.”

From MarketWatch

Stocks rallied on the news Iran’s president signaled the country could be ready to end the war, though neither side has seemingly come to an agreement on terms.

From Barron's

WSJ | Buy Side: Some personal loans charge no origination fee, but compare interest rates and other terms to get a good deal.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ingerson previously worked for Chapman, and it is understood the pair are not on good terms.

From BBC

He's going to dictate his own time and terms.

From BBC