to stop doing something or trying to do something
give up
I'm going to _____ with some friends after work tonight.
hang out
put off
I keep putting off cleaning my closet because it's such a daunting task.
to spend time with someone in a casual and relaxed way
Hang out
Don't _____ studying until the last minute, it never ends well.
put off
Take care of
My sister is taking care of my dog while I'm on vacation.
to solve a problem or understand something
Figure out
We need to ____ a meeting to discuss the details of the project.
set up
hold on
Can you hold on for a moment while I finish this call?
to start talking about a subject, often a difficult or sensitive one
Bring up
I offered him a slice of cake, but he ____ it ____ because he's on a diet.
turn - down
Come up with
I need to come up with a creative idea for my presentation tomorrow.
to meet someone unexpectedly or by chance
Run into
He promised to ____ the matter and get back to us
look into
Look forward to
I'm really looking forward to my vacation next month.