Phrases Phrases for Handling Conflicts or Disagreements

Can we take a break?

B1

Meaning

Suggesting a pause to allow calming down.

Example sentences

John: I'm feeling really frustrated with this.

Alice: Me too. Can we take a break 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 take a break.