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  1. 2 words - to postpone something
  2. 2 words - to report a current situation
  3. 2 words - to read something
  4. 2 words - to be stuck in bed
  5. 3 words - to update someone
  6. 4 words - very ill

Figure it Out - Answers

1) The phrase put off means to postpone something.

Example A: We decided to put off buying a car for now.
Example B: We decided to postpone buying a car for now.

2) The phrase check in means to report your current situation.

Example A: We have to check in with the boss once a month.
Example B: We have to report our current situation with the boss once a month.

3) The phrase check out means to read something for information.

Example A: To stay updated, please check out the company blog.
Example B: To stay updated, please read the company blog.

4) The phrase laid up means 'stuck in bed' due to illness.

Example A: When I broke my leg, I was laid up for a week.
Example B: When I broke my leg, I was stuck in bed for a week.

5) The phrase keep me posted means update me.

Example A: While I'm away, please keep me posted via email.
Example B: While I'm away, please update me via email.

6) The phrase sick as a dog means very ill.

Example A: Last week, I was sick as a dog with the flu.
Example B: Last week, I was very ill with the flu.

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