Phrases Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations
Let's just move on.
C2Meaning
Let's change the subject to avoid further awkwardness.
Examples
- John: 'That was a bit of an uncomfortable silence, wasn't it?'
- Alice: '<b>Let's just move on</b> to the next agenda item.'
- John: '<b>Let's just move on</b>; there are other pressing matters to address.'
- Alice: 'I think we've exhausted this topic.'