to offer peace or reconciliation
Frieden oder Versöhnung anbieten
"After years of conflict, the president decided to extend an olive branch."
"Nach Jahren des Konflikts entschloss sich der Präsident, einen Olivenzweig auszustrecken."
a funny moment in a serious situation
to end up in a particular situation
to create your own way of achieving success or independence
to continue doing or supporting something despite challenges
to send someone a short message or note
to spread out over an area