report back
The phrase "report back" is commonly used in professional and investigative contexts to describe the act of returning with information or updates after completing a task.
Definition
B2Workplace
(formal)To return to a place to provide updates or information after completing a task or investigation.
Example
- After finishing the market research, please report back to the manager with your findings.
B2Military
(formal, technical)To return and deliver information or a summary of an operation or mission to a superior.
Example
- The reconnaissance team was ordered to report back to the base with their observations.
B2General
(informal)To provide updates or information to someone after completing a task or gathering data.
Example
- Can you check the weather forecast and report back to me?
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "report back":
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