Collocation
so basically
Used to introduce a summary, a simplified explanation, or the main point of what has just been said or is about to be said.
Definition
'so basically' is a common English collocation. Used to introduce a summary, a simplified explanation, or the main point of what has just been said or is about to be said.
So basically, [statement/question]
“We talked for an hour, so basically, we decided to postpone the project.”
Examples
- So basically, we need to finish this report by Friday afternoon.
- She explained the whole complicated process, so basically, it's just two main steps.
- After all that discussion and debate, so basically, what did we decide to do?
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- He tried to complicate things with jargon, but so basically, the main problem is a lack of funding.
- So basically, I just need to send an email to confirm my attendance, right?
- Considering all the variables and potential outcomes, so basically, our best course of action is to wait.
- You've gone over a lot of intricate details; so basically, can you tell me the core idea in one sentence?
- So basically, the meeting for tomorrow has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
- They've changed the entire operating system, so basically, we have to relearn how to do everything.
- Given the current economic climate and the market's volatility, so basically, our investment strategy needs a complete overhaul.
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