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# a full and frank exchange of views

phrase (noun phrase; formal, diplomatic)

«a full and frank exchange of views» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism, diplomacy) a heated, angry argument, a meeting where people disagreed strongly and nothing was agreed.

### In the lessons

Stronger form of «a frank exchange of views»; politicians, diplomats, company statements, and jokey everyday use; all regions.

### Examples

- The ministers had a full and frank exchange of views.
- Press release: «There was a full and frank exchange of views and talks will continue.»
- Teacher: «Tom and I had a full and frank exchange of views about his homework.»
- After a full and frank exchange of views, the neighbours stopped speaking.
- Sports news: «The manager and the star had a full and frank exchange of views at half-time.»
- Official letter: «Following a full and frank exchange of views, the parties agreed to meet again.»

### Note

Stands for «a big row». The words «full» and «frank» hint how heated it was. Not a peaceful talk. Common in news and satire.