let sleeping dogs lie
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let sleeping dogs lie — idiom
1. To avoid discussing a past issue that could cause trouble if brought up.
1.idiom
Definition
To avoid discussing a past issue that could cause trouble if brought up.
Example
We decided to let sleeping dogs lie and not mention the argument.
It's better to let sleeping dogs lie than reopen old wounds.
2. to avoid talking about a past problem or disagreement so that it does not cause
2.idiom
Definition
to avoid talking about a past problem or disagreement so that it does not cause trouble again.
Example
Lucas wanted to ask about the old argument, but Amihan said it was better to let sleeping dogs lie.
The committee decided to let sleeping dogs lie rather than reopen the debate about the budget.