APAD: let it slide

Definition

   to let go of grievances and focus on the present

 

Examples

   1) After their argument, Jane decided to let it slide and focus on rebuilding

      their friendship.

   2) I always try to let small annoyances slide so that I don't get stressed out.

 

Etymology

   The term can be traced to the concept of allowing something to move smoothly,

   akin to an object sliding without obstruction.

 

Synonyms

   disregard, look past, pass over

 

- englishdaily626.com [edited]

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[I got this phrase mixed up with 'let slip' which means to reveal sth.

inadvertantly in the course of a conversation.]

 

Even for deep cuts and irreversible damages, I'd choose to withdraw myself and

as much as possible let it slide in my mind because a chip on the shoulder has a

maintenance cost and constantly drains emotional energy.