Definition: something in the past; something that is over, finished, forgotten

Examples:

We had a big fight last year, but we are good friends again. I don’t even remember what the fight was about — it is water under the bridge.

I made a huge mistake last month, and we almost lost a big customer. However, I quickly corrected the mistake, kept the customer, and my boss forgave me. Yesterday he said don’t worry, it is water under the bridge.

 

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About Matt Krause

Matt began his professional life as an import buyer, and since 2006 has been teaching companies how to connect with their investors and clients better. His clients work in Istanbul, London, and Madrid for companies like Allianz, 3M, P&G, Citibank, and Reckitt Benckiser. He also walked across Turkey and wrote a book about it.