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Better ways to say “Touch on”
Two words for "mention briefly."
i · Why avoid itTwo lines, no filler
"Touch on" is fine in speech; in writing, "mention," "note," or "raise" each lands cleaner.
ii · Before & afterDrop-in demo
Before
We'll touch on budget in the next section.
After
We'll cover budget in the next section.
iii · The alternatives4 ways out
- 01Mention neutral
briefest coverage
Mention budget in passing.
- 02Note neutral
flag without deep coverage
Note the budget risk.
- 03Cover neutral
span the topic
Cover budget in the next section.
- 04Raise neutral
formally introduce
Raise the budget concern with the committee.
iv · Brew tipKeep this one
"Touch on" often means "I'll mention but not discuss." Say so.