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to sort out
[phrase form: sort]
01
to put or organize things in a tidy or systematic way
02
to resolve a problem or difficulty by finding a solution or answer
03
to give punishments or consequences to control and enforce obedience in a specific situation
04
to find a solution or make a decision through discussion, typically to solve a problem or address a question
05
to organize a space by putting things in their proper places and getting rid of any unnecessary items
Example
After the move, she spent the weekend sorting out her belongings in the new apartment.
He began to sort out the files on his computer to create a more efficient digital workspace.
The librarian decided to sort out the books on the shelves to make it easier for patrons to find them.
The teacher had to sort out disruptive behavior in the classroom to create a conducive learning environment.
The professor carefully sorted out the sheep from the goats in the class by evaluating their performance on the exam.
