to point out: to show, to indicate, to bring to one’s attention Examples of POINT OUT “I thought it was important for me to point out your mistake in this equation,” the math professor told his student. Because it was my first day on the job, I didn’t want to point out things I thought…

to look over: to examine, to inspect closely (also: to go over, to read over,to check over) Examples of LOOK OVER The supervisor scheduled a meeting to look over her report. The doctor needed to look over the file in detail, before he could reach a correct diagnosis.

to count on: to trust someone in time of need (also: to depend on) Examples of COUNT ON We’ll be able to count on Todd; everyone knows he’s reliable and gets things done on time. The store manager was able to count on the celebrity to make a big purchase.

to draw up: to create by drawing, such as a map; to prepare documents or legal papers Examples of TO DRAW UP Draw up the plan with defined timelines to ensure you avoid derailment early on. Draw up a simple monthly balance sheet showing your regular income and expenses.

on edge: nervous, anxious; upset, irritable Examples of ON EDGE Sophia was on edge all day about the important presentation she had to give to the local citizens group. I don’t like being around Jackson when he’s on edge like that. Someone should tell him to calm down and relax.

cut and dried: predictable, known beforehand; boring Examples of CUT AND DRIED For those who have never been seriously ill, treatment often seems cut and dried. In conversation, the director concedes that the issue is not so cut-and-dried.