If you think about it, there is a lot of English language that revolves around, well, using language!
Here are some useful idioms and sayings related to using language and conversation.
1. off the top of my head
Meaning: Without researching the answer; without being sure
Example: “I don’t know what time I have to work off the top of my head, but I think at 11 a.m.”
Note: This is a good phrase to use if you want to express you aren’t certain about something or may be wrong.
2. in a nutshell
Meaning: To make the story brief; to communicate an idea quickly
Example: “She talked for so long about the changes to the department, but in a nutshell, the director is leaving next month.”
3. (to) wrap up
Meaning: To end; to conclude (a conversation or activity)
Example: “Let’s wrap up here and go get dinner.” -or- “Time to wrap up and go home.”
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