Read (someone’s) mind
To guess what someone is thinking.It is very difficult to read the mind of my boss and know what she wants me to do.
Read (someone’s) lips
To look at the movements of someone's lips in order to understand what he or she is saying.The woman could not hear but she was able to read... Read more →
Read (someone) like an open book
To understand someone very well.The girl can read her boyfriend like an open book.
Read (someone) his or her rights
To make or read the required statement of legal rights to a person who has been arrested.The police officer read the bank robber his rights when... Read more →
Read my lips
Used to tell someone strongly that you have decided something and you will not change your mind."Read my lips. I am not going to the meeting."
Read between the lines
To find a hidden meaning in something.I can read between the lines and I know what my friend is trying to say.
Reach an agreement
To complete or make an agreement.The city was not able to reach an agreement on where to build the new subway line.
Reach a stalemate
To arrive at a position where no progress is being made.The talks to buy the new computers have reached a stalemate and it will be difficult to... Read more →
Reach a deal
To complete or make a deal.The company reached a deal with their supplier.
Reach a compromise
To achieve a compromise with someone.The company tried very hard to reach a compromise with the workers.