let something rest

Related to word: rest

Idiom

Definition

  1. To cease discussing or bringing up a particular subject.

    不再谈论/提起

    • At the meeting, we decided to let the controversial topic rest and address it later.

      在会议上,我们决定暂停讨论这个有争议的话题,稍后再处理。

    • Despite my attempts to explain, he wouldn't let the matter rest, constantly asking for details.

      尽管我试图解释,他还是不愿意让这件事过去,不断询问细节。

    • There has been enough argument about the project; we should let it rest for now so everyone can think calmly.

      关于这个项目的争论已经够多了,我们应该暂时搁置,让大家冷静思考。