Phrases Phrases for Handling Conflicts or Disagreements

Can we rephrase that?

B1

Meaning

Requesting clarification or a more constructive way of expressing an idea.

Example sentences

John: I think this plan is completely unrealistic.

Alice: Can we rephrase that? Perhaps we can discuss the points of concern more constructively.

John: Okay, I think some aspects need further refinement and adjustments.

Alice: Much better. Can we rephrase that even more to suggest a collaborative approach?