deal with or fix
Don't worry, I'll sort it out tomorrow morning.
sort out — 4 meanings
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phrasal verb4 meanings
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organise
I need to sort out my desk because it's covered in papers.
solve a problem
Don't worry, I'll sort out the issue with your booking.
resolve personal issues
After the breakup, he took some time off work to sort himself out.
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1. deal with or fix
B1informalboth
to deal with a problem or arrange something so it's done properly
Don't worry, I'll sort it out tomorrow morning.
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B1neutralboth
To arrange things in order or put them in the right place so they are tidy or easy to find.
I need to sort out my desk because it's covered in papers.
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B2neutralboth
To deal with a problem or difficult situation successfully.
Don't worry, I'll sort out the issue with your booking.
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C1informalboth
To clarify or improve your own feelings, thoughts, or situation, especially when you feel confused, upset, or need to make important changes in your life.
After the breakup, he took some time off work to sort himself out.
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