Deixar-ho córrer
Example: Quan vaig veure l'error, vaig decidir deixar-ho córrer per ara.
Definition
"Deixar-ho córrer" is a Catalan expression meaning to let something go or to drop an issue temporarily, often to avoid conflict or because it is not worth pursuing. For example, when noticing a mistake, one might decide to "deixar-ho córrer" for the time being.
Translations
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To let it go -
Dejarlo correr -
Laten rusten -
Laisser tomber -
Auf sich beruhen lassen
Etymology
The phrase "Deixar-ho córrer" comes from Catalan, where "deixar" means 'to leave' or 'to let', "ho" means 'it', and "córrer" means 'to run'. Together, it literally means 'let it run', figuratively used for letting matters slide or not insisting on them. Did you know this expression evokes the image of allowing something to flow away without interference?
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