Question
In the sentences below a phrase is highlighted.
Consider the option that can correctly replace the phrase to make the sentences grammatically and contextually correct. The project manager had to iron in numerous unforeseen issues before the final presentation could proceed smoothly.Solution
iron out: This option is correct because "to iron out" is the established idiom meaning to resolve or eliminate problems/difficulties, which perfectly fits the context that the issues needed to be fixed.
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