Phrases Phrases for Handling Conflicts or Disagreements

Can we take a break?

B1

Meaning

Suggesting a pause to allow calming down.

Examples

  • John: I'm feeling really frustrated with this.
  • Alice: Me too. <b>Can we take a break</b> for 10 minutes?
  • John: Yes, let's. I need to clear my head.
  • Alice: Good. Let's reconvene after the break. We should consider taking more breaks if we become heated; remember, we can always <b>take a break</b>.