Communication Phrases

verb to fail to remember something

pronoun used to refer to something previously mentioned or understood

• I kindly ask you to forget it and focus on the task at hand.
• Just forget it, it's not worth stressing over.
• Forget it, let's just chill and relax instead.
• When it comes to that mistake, it's best to just forget it and move on.

verb to return to a previous position or condition

adverb in a manner that involves returning to a previous position or condition

• I must get back to work on the project before the deadline.
• I need to get back to studying for my exam tomorrow.
• Let's get back to chillin' at the beach this weekend.
• After a long break, it's time to get back in the game and start working towards our goals.

noun a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• Please feel free to get in touch with our customer service team for further assistance.
• Hey, if you have any questions, just get in touch with me and I'll help you out.
• Yo, hit me up if you need anything, we can chat and figure it out together.
• In order to understand the deeper meaning of the poem, you need to get in touch with the emotions behind the words.

noun a person's opportunity or permission to enter a place or become involved in something

verb to enter or be allowed to enter a place

adverb used to convey the idea of movement or action into or on a particular place

• Please make sure to get in touch with the receptionist upon arrival.
• Hey, don't forget to get in contact with the front desk when you get there.
• Yo, make sure you get in touch with the receptionist as soon as you arrive.
• It's important to get in on the ground floor of this opportunity.

interjection used to greet someone or attract their attention

• Hello, it is a pleasure to meet you.
• Hey there, how's it going?
• Yo, what's up?
• Hello darkness, my old friend.

adjective describes a noun or pronoun, in this case indicating the position or alignment of something

preposition shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence, in this case indicating position or location

• All employees must stand in line to receive their paychecks.
• Let's get in line early so we can get good seats for the movie.
• I heard the new restaurant is so good, people are lining up around the block to get in.
• Her actions are not in line with our company's values.

noun a very small amount; a brief note or memorandum

verb to write or make a brief note of something

• Please jot down the meeting minutes for future reference.
• Just jot down your ideas on a piece of paper.
• I'll just jot that down in my notes real quick.
• She always manages to jot down the key points of a conversation.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is important to keep in touch with your colleagues even when working remotely.
• Let's make sure to keep in touch and catch up soon!
• We should totally keep in touch so we don't lose touch.
• Like branches on a tree, let's always keep in touch no matter where life takes us.

noun a spoken or written comment expressing an opinion or reaction

• The professor made a remark about the importance of citing sources in academic writing.
• She couldn't help but remark on how cute the puppy was.
• I overheard him make a remark about the new girl's outfit.
• His success in the competition was a remarkable achievement.

adjective Of a brief or limited duration

adverb In a short amount of time or soon after something

• The meeting will begin shortly after everyone has arrived.
• I'll be there shortly, just finishing up a few things.
• I'll hit you up shortly to hang out.
• The sun will set shortly, signaling the end of the day.

noun a word (or group of words) that is used to name a person, place, thing, quality, or action

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

conjunction a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• I assure you, the decision was based purely on business reasons; it's nothing personal.
• Hey, I had to give the promotion to someone else, but it’s nothing personal.
• I didn't mean to offend you, it's just business - nothing personal.
• Sometimes life throws challenges our way, but remember, it's nothing personal in the grand scheme of things.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

interjection a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise

• When presenting your argument, it is important to articulate your points clearly and concisely. Say it, don’t spray it.
• Hey, can you please speak up and enunciate your words clearly? Say it, don’t spray it.
• Yo, stop mumbling and spit it out clearly! Say it, don’t spray it.
• In a debate, make sure to express your thoughts clearly and confidently. Say it, don’t spray it.

noun a problem

verb shared, halved

adjective shared, halved

article a

• It is often said that a problem shared is a problem halved, meaning that discussing your issues with someone can make them easier to handle.
• Remember, a problem shared is a problem halved, so don't hesitate to reach out for help if you need it.
• Hey, you know what they say - a problem shared is a problem halved. So spill the beans and let's figure this out together.
• Just like they say, a problem shared is a problem halved. Sometimes all it takes is talking it out to make things feel lighter.

adverb Just now is an adverb that indicates a very recent time or a very short time ago.

• I received the email just now and will respond shortly.
• I saw her in the hallway just now, she looked busy.
• I was at the store just now, picking up some snacks.
• The idea for the project just now popped into my head.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• I am afraid to say that the project deadline will not be met.
• I'm afraid to say I forgot to do my homework.
• I'm scared to say that I messed up big time.
• She was afraid to say what was on her mind for fear of hurting his feelings.