steady as we go

steady as we go

Describing an strategy or situation that is progressing in a stable manner. This nautical phrase was originally used in reference to a ship that was sailing steadily. A: "How's your new business coming along?" B: "Steady as we go! We expect to break even the first year before we start making a profit." In the midst of all this social upheaval, I hope our government can maintain a steady-as-we-go approach.

See also: go, steady, we

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