sorting out
phrasal verbUK /ˈsɔːtɪŋ aʊt/
US /ˈsɔːrtɪŋ aʊt/
Fixing a problem or making things neat and in the right place.
She is sorting out her toys so her room looks tidy.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Dealing with a difficult situation or person.
The teacher sorted out the argument between the two boys.
3. Choosing and separating things into groups.
He spent the morning sorting out the recycling.
4. Punishing or scolding someone for bad behavior.
The coach said he would sort out the players who broke the rules.