To start discussing the essential or most important aspects of a matter.
Empezar a discutir los aspectos esenciales o más importantes de un asunto. (empezar a discutir los aspectos esenciales o mas importantes de un asunto)
"Let’s get down to brass tacks and talk about the real issues."
"Vamos a ir al grano y hablar de los problemas reales." (vamos a ir al grano y hablar de los problemas reales)
to make someone understand what you mean
in a state of great excitement or activity
to accept responsibility for something wrong
to use influence or connections to get what you want
to hear a rumor or unofficial news
to behave in a way that fits a particular role or situation