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The phrase "do the figures" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to performing calculations or analyzing numerical data.
Example: "Before we finalize the budget, we need to do the figures to ensure everything adds up."
Alternatives: "calculate the numbers" or "run the calculations."
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Do the figures.
But do the figures stack up?
How badly do the figures stink?
So how do the figures work out?
So, do the figures back up the Australian's claim?
"I usually do the figures after a complete month.
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They want to do the figuring.
Do the figure of four stretch.
But even if all did, the figures are not reliable.
At the screening I attended, the entire audience froze, as did the figures onscreen.
So where did the figures come from and are they as revealing as claimed?
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