Phrases Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations

Let's just move on.

B2

Meaning

To change the subject to avoid further awkwardness.

Examples

  • John: 'That was a really awkward moment with Alice earlier.'<br>
  • Alice: '<b>Let's just move on</b>. It's not worth dwelling on.'
  • John: '<b>Let's just move on</b> to the next item on the agenda.'
  • Alice: 'I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to say that about your shoes.'<br>