English · Common Verbs

sort something out

/sɔːrt ˈsʌmθɪŋ aʊt/

[/sɔːrt ˈsʌmθɪŋ aʊt/]

resolve or organise

Intermediateverb

Definition

To deal with a problem or organise something successfully.

Example

Don't worry, I'll sort it out.

Don't worry, I'll sort it out.

Etymology

From 'sort', to arrange, plus 'out', resolving matters.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for resolving problems.

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