Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Suss out

What does it mean?

Figure out; understand after thinking.

Is it positive or negative?

Positive/problem-solving.

When do you use it?

Use it when you work something out.

Examples

Example 1: We need to suss out the problem before Friday.

Example 2: She suss out the issue quickly and everyone was relieved.

Question for you

When would you use "Suss out" in real life?

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