Arthur’s jargon buster
What does “Touch base” mean?
Have a brief chat or check in.
“A short conversation in a full suit.” — Arthur
In context
“Can we touch base?” often means somebody wants a short update. It may be a call, a message or a meeting.
A clearer version
“Can we have a ten-minute call tomorrow about the order?”
Where it gets vague
If the subject matters, name it. “Touch base” gives the other person no clue what to prepare.
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