Meaning of the word "least said, soonest mended" in English
What does "least said, soonest mended" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
least said, soonest mended
US /list sed ˈsunəst ˈmendəd/
UK /liːst sed ˈsuːnɪst ˈmendɪd/
Idiom
used to suggest that a difficult situation will be resolved more quickly if it is not discussed or argued about further
Example:
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I know you're angry about the mistake, but least said, soonest mended.
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They decided not to bring up the argument again, believing that least said, soonest mended.
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