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let things slide |
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let things slide and let something slide Fig. to ignore the things that one is supposed to do; to fall behind in the doing of one's work. I am afraid that I let the matter slide while I was recovering from my operation. If I let things slide for even one day, I get hopelessly behind in my work. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Sometimes it may seem easier to let things slide, or to pass students when the piece is "good enough," but a determination of excellence pays off in the long run. He gives the right amount of punishment when he catches somebody and he doesn't let things slide. At times, it might seem easier to just let things slide but, if you make that a pattern, you're denying your own feelings--not a good thing. |
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