curriculum/challenges/english/blocks/learn-common-phrasal-verbs-and-idioms/68541cec3fc9ae9da954b17a.md
This is a review of the entire dialogue you just studied.
Write the following words or phrases in the correct spot:
hash out, lay down, roll it out, run it by, set up, take the time off, and touch base on.
Anna: Brian, we really need to BLANK the updates to our remote work policy. There's been a lot of back and forth on what should be included.
Brian: Absolutely, Anna. It's crucial that we iron out these details soon. Let's start by phasing out the old clause about mandatory in-office days. It's not fitting our current model.
Anna: I agree. We should also BLANK some guidelines for communication during remote work. Making sure that everyone is on the same page will help streamline our operations.
Brian: Definitely. On another note, we need to BLANK the employee feedback regarding annual leave. Some people feel like the process to apply is a bit inefficient.
Anna: That's a good point. Perhaps we can simplify it by cutting down unnecessary steps. Making it easy to apply should encourage more people to BLANK they need without feeling bogged down.
Brian: Right, and while we're at it, let's wrap up the section on professional development. We should encourage staff to branch out in their skills without making it sound too daunting.
Anna: Great idea, Brian. Encouraging growth is key. How about we put together a draft of these changes and BLANK the team leads before we BLANK company-wide?
Brian: Sounds like a plan. I'll draft up the changes and BLANK a meeting with the team leads next week. We can iron out any kinks, then get everyone's buy-in.
Anna: Perfect, Brian. Thanks for helping to make these policies clearer. It's important that they reflect our company's values and current work environment.
Brian: My pleasure, Anna. Let's make sure these policies do just that.
hash out
This phrasal verb means to discuss something in detail. It begins with a verb, followed by a preposition.
lay down
This phrasal verb means to establish or define something clearly. It begins with a verb, followed by an adverb.
touch base on
This means to briefly discuss or check in about a topic. It begins with a verb, followed by a noun, and then a preposition.
take the time off
This means to use leave days from work. It begins with a verb, followed by an article and a noun, and then a preposition.
run it by
This means to check with someone for approval or feedback. It begins with a verb, followed by a pronoun, and then a preposition.
roll it out
This means to launch or implement something new. It begins with a verb, followed by a pronoun, and then a preposition.
set up
This phrasal verb means to arrange or organize something. It begins with a verb, followed by a preposition.