Sort out

Sort out

SORT OUT /sort out/
Verb United Kingdom

Work out or take care of. Sorted (see above).

Example Sentences

"Don't Sort out about like that!"
"He's always trying to Sort out when he shouldn't."

Etymology & History

British phrasal verb meaning to resolve, fix, or confront someone. 'Sort it out' means fix the problem. 'I'll sort him out' can mean help him or confront/fight him - context crucial. Versatile British expression.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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