Passer entre les gouttes
Example: Il a su passer entre les gouttes malgré les difficultés.
Definition
"Passer entre les gouttes" is a French expression meaning to avoid difficulties or problems skillfully, often by escaping negative consequences or trouble. For example, when someone manages to overcome challenges without being affected, they are said to "passer entre les gouttes."
Etymology
The expression "passer entre les gouttes" literally translates to "pass between the drops" in English, evoking the image of someone walking through rain without getting wet. It figuratively means to avoid trouble or difficulty. The phrase likely originated from the simple observation of navigating rain without harm, symbolizing skillful evasion.
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To escape trouble