"Now I suggest we get to the matter at hand".

From the list below, choose the phrase(s) which could replace the expression "let's get to the matter at hand".

There may be more than one correct answer!

Let's cut to the chase.

This is correct. To "cut to the chase" is to address the pressing issue or topic of conversation. This shares a similar meaning with the expression "to get to the matter at hand". Both idioms express a desire to talk about the central or essential topic.

Let's be honest.

This is incorrect. To be "honest" means to tell the truth. This is unconnected with the meaning of "let's get to the matter at hand".

Let's get to the point.

This is correct. To "get to the point" is to address the pressing issue or topic of conversation. This shares a similar meaning with the expression "to get to the matter at hand". Both idioms express a desire to talk about the central or essential topic.

Let's behave professionally.

This is incorrect. To "behave (badly)" is to "act" badly. The term "professionally" means in a serious manner, appropriate to a working environment. Example: "Stop behaving like a child", "My cat behaved very well during the train journey". This is unconnected with the meaning of "let's get to the matter at hand".

Let's get to the trivialities.

This is incorrect. "Trivialities" are "unimportant" or "incidental" pieces of information, often concerning daily life. This is the opposite meaning of "the matter at hand", and so is an incorrect choice here.

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