Phrases Asking for Clarification

To summarize, …

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Meaning

In short, this is the essence of what was said.

Example sentences

John: 'The project has been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.'

Alice: 'To summarize, the project is late because of unexpected problems?'

John: 'To summarize, the report isn't ready yet because it needs more information and better analysis?'

Alice: 'The report needs more data and better analysis.'