Phrases Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations

Water under the bridge.

B2

Meaning

To imply that a past issue is no longer relevant.

Example sentences

John: 'I'm still upset about that argument we had last week.'<br>

Alice: 'Water under the bridge. Let's put it behind us.'

John: 'Water under the bridge. Let's focus on the present.'

Alice: 'I still feel awkward about that misunderstanding with John.'<br>