To postpone discussion on a topic · to defer an item on an agenda
Imagine you're in a super important meeting, and suddenly everyone gets sidetracked by a fascinating but non-urgent detail. 😱 This expression is your secret weapon to gently (and professionally!) steer the conversation back on track, or acknowledge a point while politely suggesting it's not the right time for deep diving. It's all about keeping things efficient and moving forward! ✨
💡 **Pro-Tip Alert!** The word 'table' can be a little tricky! In **American English** (which we're focusing on here), 'to table something' means to **postpone** or **put off** a discussion. 🇺🇸 However, in **British English**, it can actually mean the opposite: 'to propose something for discussion'! 🇬🇧 So, always be mindful of your audience! When used in the American business context, it's a polite way to say, 'Let's save this for later, folks!' 🗓️
When would you most appropriately use 'Let's table this for now'? A. When a meeting discussion is going off-topic, and you need to postpone a specific point for later. B. When you want to immediately start discussing a new exciting idea. C. When you're ready to make a final decision on an important issue.