Flesh out

Pro Tip 1/3

Idea Development

Use 'flesh out' when you're expanding on a simple concept to give it more substance and detail.

I have a concept for a novel, I just need to flesh out the plot.

Pro Tip 2/3

Creative Process

'Flesh out' often applies to creative tasks, like writing or planning a project, where details are important.

Let's flesh out these character backgrounds for our script.

Pro Tip 3/3

Beyond the Basics

Think of 'flesh out' as building upon the skeleton or framework of a concept.

We have an outline for the event; now it's time to flesh out the schedule.