Phrases Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations

Let's not dwell on this.

C2

Meaning

Let's avoid focusing on this unpleasant or awkward topic.

Examples

  • John: 'I'm so embarrassed about what happened at the meeting.'
  • Alice: '<b>Let's not dwell on this</b>, John. We can learn from it and move on.'
  • John: '<b>Let's not dwell on this</b>; we've already apologized, and they seem satisfied.'
  • Alice: 'That misunderstanding with the client was really awkward.'