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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 |
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