sort (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /sɔːrt/

Definition

To arrange things in a particular order or sequence.

Examples

• Can you sort these books by author?

• The software can sort the data alphabetically.

• He sorted the mail into piles: bills, junk, and personal.

How to Use sort

sort out (phrasal verb)

To resolve a problem or difficulty. — "We need to sort out this issue before the deadline."

sort into (prepositional phrase)

To arrange items into a specific category or group. — "She sorted the clothes into piles for washing."

sort of (collocation)

To some extent; rather. — "I'm sort of tired today."

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