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Definition

To disregard or ignore a past difficulty in a relationship or an offence (when dealing with another individual).

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Origins

From bygone (“event that happened in the past”).

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In Context

  • ""Never mind, I'll give you a hundred dollars for it," said the king; "you did me out of horse and saddle the other day, and the bridle too, but I'll let bygones be bygones, if I get the pot.""
  • "To intrude as little of his personality as possible upon a gay event with which that personality could show nothing in keeping, he decided not to make his appearance till evening—when stiffness would have worn off, and a gentle wish to let bygones be bygones would exercise its say in all hearts."
  • "You'll find, when you come back, I promise you, Kit, that everyone is willing to let bygones be bygones, and that you can make a fresh start."
  • "But I ain't got no quarrel witcha. Just let bygones be bygones."
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