Meetings 1 - Phrasal Verbs

Question 1

To get through, e.g., We have a lot to get through today, so let’s begin.

Answer 1

To complete something

Question 2

To knuckle down, e.g., We will have to knuckle down if we want the forecast prepared by the end of the month.

Answer 2

To work hard on a task

Question 3

To go on, e.g., Please go on, I’m sorry for interrupting.

Answer 3

To start talking again (after a pause/interruption)

Question 4

To break (something) down, e.g., The process may sound a little complex. Don’t worry, I will break it down for you in a moment.

Answer 4

To separate something into smaller parts (so it’s easier to understand)

Question 5

To point (something) out, e.g., It’s worth pointing out that this data was gathered from the first quarter of this year.

Answer 5

To tell someone something they didn’t already know

Question 6

To think (something) through, e.g., Practically, this plan doesn’t sound viable. We will have to think it through again.

Answer 6

To carefully consider something

Question 7

To draw up, e.g., I will finish drawing up the expense report this evening.

Answer 7

To prepare something official (e.g., a contract)